  This study explores how the COVID-19 pandemic's economic impact has
exacerbated nutritional health disparities among women. It sought to understand
the effects of economic challenges on women's dietary choices and access to
nutritious food across different socioeconomic groups. Using a mixed-methods
approach, the research combined quantitative data from health and economic
records with qualitative insights from interviews with diverse women. The study
analyzed trends in nutritional health and economic factors before and after the
pandemic and gathered personal accounts regarding nutrition and economic
difficulties during this period. Findings showed a clear link between the
economic downturn and deteriorating nutritional health, particularly in
low-income and marginalized groups. These women reported decreased access to
healthy foods and an increased dependence on less nutritious options due to
budget constraints, leading to a decline in dietary quality. This trend was
less evident in higher-income groups, highlighting stark disparities. The
pandemic intensified pre-existing nutritional inequalities, with the most
vulnerable groups facing greater adverse effects. However, community support
and public health measures provided some relief. In summary, the pandemic's
economic repercussions have indirectly impaired women's nutritional health,
especially among the socioeconomically disadvantaged. This highlights the
necessity for tailored nutritional interventions and economic policies focused
on safeguarding women's health.
