Food insecurity among Veterans: examining the discrepancy between Veteran food insecurity and use of the Supplemental Nutrition Program(SNAP)

Abstract: Food insecurity is linked to poorer physical and mental health, including an increased risk of suicide. Therefore, addressing the needs of food-insecure veterans is a …

Reducing policy barriers to SNAP participation by food-insecure Veterans

Abstract: Around 7.5 percent of all veterans —nearly 1.4 million — are food insecure, and they are consistently less likely than their nonveteran peers to be enrolled in the …

Characteristics Associated with Persistent Versus Transient Food Insecurity Among US Veterans Screened in the Veterans Health Administration

Abstract: Awareness of negative health impacts associated with food insecurity among US veterans is growing. Yet, little research has examined characteristics associated with …

Food Insecurity and Suicidal Ideation: Results from a National Longitudinal Study of Military Veterans

Abstract: Objective: Research examining social determinants of suicide risk in veterans suggests a potential link between food insecurity and subsequent suicidal ideation in …

Military experience strongly influences post-service eating behavior and BMI status in American veterans

Abstract: In-depth interviews were conducted with veterans (n = 64) with an average age of 57 years to investigate eating behavior and food insecurity during military service and …