How Livelihood Change Affects Food Choice Behaviors in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: Livelihoods have changed dramatically over the past decade in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC). These shifts are happening in tandem with shifts in individual and household food choice behaviors. This scoping review aimed to identify and characterize mechanisms through which livelihood changes could affect food choice behaviors in LMIC, including behaviors relating to food production, acquisition, preparation, distribution, and consumption. A literature search was conducted using 4 databases: PubMed, PsycInfo, AGRICOLA, and Embase. The search was further enhanced by expert solicitations. Studies were included if they measured or focused on a livelihood change, described or assessed a change in ≥1 food choice behavior, and focused on LMIC. Studies were excluded if they focused on mig

SUBMITTER: Kenney E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11007434 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature