Travis R. Moore, Danielle M. Krobath, Yuilyn A. Chang Chusan, Udita Sanga, Patrick Webb, Mark Pachucki, Adolfo Cuevas, Hugh B. Roland, Brett Grant, Christina D. Economos, Vanessa Nicholson, Shiriki Kumanyika
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Discriminatory practices are well documented and deeply rooted in food systems. Systems science methods such as social network analysis, system dynamics modelling and agent-based modelling can help to determine how discriminatory processes arise, interact and accumulate to contribute to diet-related health disparities. Such methodological approaches can reveal leverage points for advancing equity-driven solutions.