Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
17504 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
216 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
19885 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
13087 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
2219 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
28987600 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
10612 |
Number of program participants who use knowledge and skills to improve food shopping management |
8048 |
Number of program participants who utilize the food label to make healthy food choices |
8277 |
Number of program participants who reported consuming at least 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables per day |
4218 |
Number of program participants reporting adoption of physical activity practices |
3583 |
Number of policy, system, and/or environmental changes implemented in faith-based organizations to promote healthy eating and physical activity |
17 |
Number of community partners that have gained awareness of the problem and impacts of substance use in the community as a result of Extension efforts |
822 |
Number of community partners that have gained knowledge of the resources that are available for substance use in the community as a result of Extension programming |
635 |
Healthy eating in childhood and adolescence is important for proper growth and development and to prevent various health conditions. Consuming the recommended amount of vegetables each day is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, and obesity. This equals 2 to 3 cups of vegetables a day, depending on age and gender. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 6.3% of adults in Kentucky meet the daily vegetable intake recommendations and mo...
