Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted on 300 subjects in 2004-2005. The
prevalence of food insecurity was assessed using a short questionnaire. Information …

Introduction: Food insecurity can influence the individual physical and mental health. The
present study aimed to investigate the food insecurity and some of its socioeconomic factors …

Background: To assess the prevalence of food insecurity and associated factors among rural
households in north-east of Iran. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, a total of 4647 rural …

Background and Objective: Presently 20-40% of Iranians suffer from food insecurity. Since
factors associated with food insecurity vary in different communities, this study was initiated …

Poor nutrition can lead to reduced immunity, impaired physical and mental development and
reduced productivity. The objectives of this study were to determine the Influencing factors …

Aim: Food insecurity is common in both developed and developing countries affecting from
5% to 25% of the general population. Food insecurity has been found to have significant …

Background. Today, more than one billion people globally suffer from poverty and food
insecurity. This study aimed to determine the severity of and factors related to household …

Background: We aimed to evaluate the household food security status and associated
factors in East-Azerbaijan, Iran (urban and regional areas). Methods: Data (n= 1385) as a …

Background: Food and nutrition are basic needs of human society. Fulfilling this need lies in
concept of food security There are two main prerequisites for food security in any society …

Background and objectives: Food insecurity, as a major public health problem during the
past two decades, has received the attention of population experts, scientists and policy …