Abstract
This study explored ways selected food and nutrition-related strategies
could reduce the challenges of economic recession among low-income
households in Abakaliki Metropolis. Specifically, the study identified ways
home gardening, nutrition education, and proper meal planning could
reduce challenges of economic recession among the households. It was a
survey research. The populations for the study were low-income
households in the area of study. A random of 200 low-income households
was selected. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire and
focused group discussion guide. Data were analysed using frequency and
means. The findings reveal 16 ways home gardening, 18 ways nutrition
education and 17 ways proper meal planning could help to reduce
economic recession among low-income households. It was recommended
among others, that the low-income households should engage in home
gardening.