ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Famine food

Okay kiddo, you know how sometimes people in some parts of the world don’t have enough food to eat? Well, when there is not enough food around, people have to find new things to eat to survive, even if they are not very tasty or nutritious.

These types of foods are called famine foods, and they are usually not eaten in normal times because they are not very tasty or nutrient-rich. They are often things that you wouldn't think to eat, like bugs, bark off trees or roots, but when people get really hungry, they will eat anything they can to stay alive.

It's important to remember that famine foods are not really healthy, they are only eaten because there are no other options available. People who eat famine foods often lose weight and become very weak or sick because the food they are eating does not provide them with all the nutrients their bodies need.

Fortunately, in most parts of the world, people do not have to resort to eating famine foods. There are organizations and people who work hard to help those who are in need by providing them with the food and resources they need to survive.