Cost of a healthy diet (current USD/capita)
Definition
The lowest cost of a 2,329 kcal diet composed of a minimum variety of foods. This expected variety is defined as follows: two items from the "starchy staples" group (e.g., rice, corn, wheat, cassava, potatoes); two items from the "legumes, fresh meats, and eggs" group; one dairy product; three items from the "vegetables" group; two items from the "fruits" group; and one item from the "oils and fats" group. To estimate this cost, the least expensive locally available foods from each group are used. Further information on the methodology can be found in: https://doi.org/10.4060/cc1169en
Interpretation
Food-based dietary guidelines are designed to achieve nutrient adequacy and provide protection of health. This indicator reflects the cost of purchasing a diet aligned to a diet that reflects average amounts in guidelines. The lowest cost of a healthy diet promotes economic access to nutritious food and help promote food security and nutrition.
Data source
HBS 2017-2018: https://www.ibge.gov.br/estatisticas/sociais/saude/24786-pesquisa-de-orcamentos-familiares-2.html?=&t=microdados; IPCA (2017-2024): https://www.ibge.gov.br/estatisticas/economicas/precos-e-custos/9256-indice-nacional-de-precos-ao-consumidor-amplo.html?=&t=downloads
| Level | Periodicity |
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| State | Yearly |