Pushed to the brink: The link between food insecurity and mental health
This briefing from the Food Foundation looks at the relationship between food insecurity and mental health, as individuals with mental health conditions face a heightened risk of falling into food insecurity, while those experiencing food insecurity
are more prone to poor mental health.
Feeding Hope: The Impact of Affordable Food Clubs on Nutrition and Wellbeing
This research report from Feeding Britain measures the experiences of members using Affordable Food Clubs (e.g. pantries, social supermarkets and larders) across the UK. Based on insights from nearly 2,500 members of Affordable Food Clubs, surveyed during the summer of 2024, the report captures the impact of affordable food provision on the people who use it.
Poverty in Scotland 2024
This year’s report from the Joseph Rowntree Foundations asks how effective social security is at reducing poverty and advancing equality in Scotland.
Food at home: A knowledge exchange project exploring disabled and older people’s access to food in their own homes
This report from the University of Sheffield looks at the experiences of older and disabled people in accessing food, with a focus on food preparation and eating at home; including food practices, service provision and policy responses. The research brought together existing evidence with new insights from policy makers, national stakeholders and disabled and older people themselves to increase understanding across five key areas.
Health and wellbeing in later life
This guide from Age Scotland suggests simple changes to make to your routine and explains how they could help you live a longer, more fulfilling life. Topics it covers include making healthier food choices, keeping active, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated and looking after your brain health.
Some things to read
Pushed to the brink: The link between food insecurity and mental health
This briefing from the Food Foundation looks at the relationship between food insecurity and mental health, as individuals with mental health conditions face a heightened risk of falling into food insecurity, while those experiencing food insecurity
are more prone to poor mental health.
Feeding Hope: The Impact of Affordable Food Clubs on Nutrition and Wellbeing
This research report from Feeding Britain measures the experiences of members using Affordable Food Clubs (e.g. pantries, social supermarkets and larders) across the UK. Based on insights from nearly 2,500 members of Affordable Food Clubs, surveyed during the summer of 2024, the report captures the impact of affordable food provision on the people who use it.
Poverty in Scotland 2024
This year’s report from the Joseph Rowntree Foundations asks how effective social security is at reducing poverty and advancing equality in Scotland.
Food at home: A knowledge exchange project exploring disabled and older people’s access to food in their own homes
This report from the University of Sheffield looks at the experiences of older and disabled people in accessing food, with a focus on food preparation and eating at home; including food practices, service provision and policy responses. The research brought together existing evidence with new insights from policy makers, national stakeholders and disabled and older people themselves to increase understanding across five key areas.
Health and wellbeing in later life
This guide from Age Scotland suggests simple changes to make to your routine and explains how they could help you live a longer, more fulfilling life. Topics it covers include making healthier food choices, keeping active, getting enough sleep, staying hydrated and looking after your brain health.