Food insecurity affects 16% of adults with diabetes compared with 9% of adults without diabetes.
Based on the ADA standards of care, which is the most accurate statement regarding food insecurity and people with diabetes?
- Food insecurity is defined as uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate food at least once a week.
- Conduct food insecurity screening and income assessment once every 3-5 years.
- Any health care team member can screen for food insecurity using The Hunger Vital Sign.
- People with food insecurity are less likely to experience hyperglycemia due to decreased caloric intake.
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