Inflation just recently hit the highest level since 1981 with consumer prices rising 8.5% in March. While record gas prices have taken over the news spotlight, one of the most inflation-impacted consumer goods is food. Compared to last year, the prices of chicken and eggs have grown by over 10%, fish and seafood by 8.4%, and fruits and vegetables by at least 5% – making it increasingly difficult for shoppers to opt for healthy foods and drastically affecting food insecurity among lower income populations.
Rising food prices may remain as a long-term problem across the globe; experts share some tips on how to save at the supermarket in this CNBC article. To better understand the effects of inflation on healthy eating practices in the population, a piece published by CivicScience explores the results of a recent survey of U.S. adults.
