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Structural inequities refer to deeply ingrained societal and institutional disparities that limit access to resources, opportunities, and rights for certain groups, often based on factors like race, gender, or socioeconomic status. These inequities perpetuate unequal conditions and outcomes, influencing overall health, education, and social mobility.
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The Center for Nutritional Psychology. (2024). Structural Inequities. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
https://www.nutritional-psychology.org/encyclopedia/structural-inequities/
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