Food justice is a social issue from "summary" of The Food Revolution by John Robbins
Food justice is about fairness. It is about everyone having access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate food. This concept goes beyond just individuals making healthy choices. It highlights the systemic issues that lead to food insecurity and disparities in access to nutritious food. In our society, many people do not have the same opportunities when it comes to food. People living in low-income communities often lack access to grocery stores that carry fresh produce. Instead, they are surrounded by fast food restaurants and convenience stores selling processed foods high in sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats. This lack of access to healthy food options perpetuates cycles of poverty and poor hea...
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