ECONOMIC STABILITY AND NUTRITIONAL CHOICES: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF FOOD EXPENDITURE AND DIETARY QUALITY ACROSS DEVELOPMENT LEVELS

Food is essential to human well-being, as it provides the nourishment that ensures a longer, healthier lifespan. As food habits are ever-evolving and economic instability is rising, it is vital to critically analyze the intersection between wealth, health, and societal development. This research investigates the relationship between economic conditions and nutritional choices by analyzing the proportion of household income spent on food and the macronutrient composition of diets in developed, developing, and underdeveloped countries, aiming to understand how economic stability impacts dietary quality and overall health outcomes. It aims to elucidate the intricate dynamics between economic conditions and nutritional choices.