Families spending one-third of their income to afford a balanced diet

Households on a low-income tend to eat less well, which can contribute to health complications. File picture

Families on benefits need to spend up to one-third of their income in order to afford a balanced diet, new research has revealed.

New research by Safefood has highlighted the challenges facing families on low incomes in ensuring they eat a healthy, balanced meal while also meeting additional household expenses.