an urban area in which it is difficult to buy affordable or good-quality fresh food.
People in food deserts usually “grocery” shop at gas stations, dollar stores, and convenience stores that do not have refrigeration.
Living 1 mile away from a grocery store for urban areas define it as a food desert.
Walking 1 mile can take a varying amount of time, for different types of people.
People who live in food deserts sometimes do not have access to transportation