The conversation around food security has evolved beyond simply ensuring there is enough food on the table to recognizing the importance of consistent access to nutritious foods across the lifespan that promote health, support well-being, and help prevent chronic disease. For military families, this shift supports a nutrition readiness perspective by recognizing that reliable access to healthy foods helps service members, spouses, and children build the physical, cognitive, and emotional resilience needed to support military readiness, family well-being, and long-term health.








