Adults who are food insecure may be at an increased risk for a variety of negative health outcomes and health disparities. For example, a study found that food-insecure adults may be at an increased risk for obesity.21 Another study found higher rates of chronic disease in low-income, food-insecure adults between the ages of 18 years and 65 years.22 Food-insecure children may also be at an increased risk for a variety of negative health outcomes, including obesity.23,24,25 They also face a higher risk of developmental problems compared with food-secure children.12,25,26 In addition, reduced frequency, quality, variety, and quantity of consumed foods may have a negative effect on children’s mental health.27