Food insecurity has been defined as a lack of consistent access to enough food for an active and healthy life. In other words, millions of people worldwide suffer from a shortage of food and cannot tell if they will be able to feed themselves the next day or at the end of the day. T...
Human鈥搘ildlife interaction in Boteti district, Botswana is critical. Wild animals destroy agricultural products and threaten human lives. This paper, therefore, assesses the economic effects of wildlife crop raiding on the livelihoods of arable farmers in Khumaga, Boteti sub-district, Botswana. A...
This narrative review provides an overview of the basics of coronaviruses, with a focus on coronavirus disease 2019 along with their effects on the
The projected population growth to 9.8 billion in 2050 [3] may increase this prevalence of food insecurity and malnutrition. Hence, increase of research into alternative nutritious and sustainable sources of food. Insect consumption also known as entomophagy has gained attention as a potential source ...
Children are usually worst affected when there is a reduction in household income and food insecurity, which are anticipated consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic.29 Indeed, Headey and colleagues estimate a nearly 15% increase (~6.7 million cases) in the prevalence of moderate or severe wasting ...
With over 66% of Americans overweight, expectant mothers are unusual because they are encouraged to gain weight while pregnant. Food stamp receipt (FSR) ma
That’s the pain that people feel. But as the pinch gets felt more directly, we’re already creating the kind of situation we’ve had during the pandemic. And clearly, we’re taking action because we recognize that this level of energy crisis and of food insecurity—it’s not a goo...
Deforestation is a critical issue that has far-reaching causes and effects on the environment, wildlife, and human populations. It is the process of clearing forests for agricultural, commercial, or residential purposes, and it has become a significant concern due to its adverse impact on the pla...
’ Expo 2015 focused on the urgency of providing sufficient food and nutrition to a population likely to reach about 8 billion in 2020 and nearly 10 billion by the middle of the century, all in a sustainable and eco-friendly manner, and through the respectful use of food and water ...
Self-reported depression, stressful life events, perceived stress, food insecurity, and financial strain were assessed using validated questionnaires during the second trimester and included as binary indicators of psychosocial stress. Results An IQR increase in PFNA was associated with elevated CRH (β...