Food insecurity: The state of being without reliable access to a sufficient quantity of nutritious food. (Example: Some families struggle with food insecurity due to financial constraints.)
Food swamps: Areas where there is an overabundance of unhealthy fast-food restaurants and convenience stores compared to healthy options. (Example: In many urban areas, you'll find more fast-food chains than grocery stores, creating food swamps.)
Food justice: The idea that everyone deserves equal access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food. (Example: Food justice movements aim to address inequities in the distribution of nutritious food.)