What is the difference between low and very low food insecurity?
                                
                                
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                                According to the USDA, an estimated 5.1% of U.S. households experienced very low food security in 2023. The key distinction lies in the severity and manifestation of food shortages: low food insecurity involves reduced dietary quality, while very low food insecurity is characterized by multiple indications of disrupted eating patterns and reduced food intake.