The annual feasibility and affordability of a healthy diet for families with children in Israel by income quintile and geographic area of residency

This theoretical calculation shows that two-thirds of the households with children in Israel could not purchase the recommended diet in 2018, with significant disparities according to socioeconomic status. Policymakers should consider steps to decrease health inequality in food affordability, targeting the three middle-lower income quintiles. Our findings suggest the need to expand the provision of school lunches. Further research is required to examine how changes in household food costs influence consumers' food choices and the potential health implications of the high expenses identified in this study.