Abstract
ABSTRACTThis study examines factors affecting the food choices of Latino immigrant mushroom farm workers and their families. Surveys were administered to a convenience sample of Latino (n = 70) and non-Latino (n = 41) community food pantry (CFP) clients. About 76% of clients reported food insecurity (n = 58). Latino adults were less likely to purchase vegetables at the grocery store (p ≤ 0.05) and requested more fruits and vegetables at the CFP (p ≤ 0.05). Latino adults were also less likely to choose “easy to prepare” foods (p ≤ 0.01) at the CFP and requested information on how to prepare healthy meals (p ≤ 0.001). In sum, Latino adults at a CFP are making healthy food choices where available but choices are limited by access to food in the grocery store and the CFP.
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