15.1 Securing and Preparing Food

Providing ourselves with regular opportunities to eat can help ensure we are eating adequately and mindfully. These opportunities can be influenced by food insecurity, planning and shopping habits, and meal preparation practices.

Securing and Preparing Food Learning Objectives

• Define food security and food insecurity;
• Identify cost-effective strategies for securing adequate food;
• Identify benefits of and strategies for food-related planning and preparation; and
• Recognize ways individuals can honor their personal food preferences, traditions, and values.

Content Warning: Eating Behaviors

In the content that follows, we will discuss eating behaviors and food insecurity which can be triggering for some. Talking to loved ones, trusted friends, or seeking support in other forms can be helpful.  For more formal support, consider reaching out to one of the following resources. If you think this will impact your ability to complete the requirements of this course, contact the instructor.

Crisis Support

• 1-800-273-8255
• Start a Lifeline Chat
• Text 741741 (U.S. and Canada)

Eating Disorders Support (Through The National Eating Disorders Association)

• 1-800-931-2237
• Start a chat

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