Adherence

Healthier diets cost more per calorie than unhealthy diets, creating a financial barrier that explains socioeconomic disparities in diet quality and health outcomes.

For individuals with limited budgets, prioritizing nutrient density per calorie is crucial. Focus on affordable nutrient-dense foods like beans, lentils, and seasonal vegetables, which may offer better nutritional value per dollar than processed alternatives, despite potentially higher upfront costs per unit weight.