Extension
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| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 10000 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 2066.4) | 200 |
Number of families/caregivers who reported supplementing their diets with healthy foods that they grew or preserved (community or backyard gardens, fishing, hunting, farmers markets) |
| 2066.5) | 100 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.2) | 200 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.1) | 77 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Jacqueline Doucet
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
It is estimated that 20 percent of adults in the United States have tried at least one meal kit delivery service. With the demand for convenience in our society, meal kits seem to be the answer for grocery shopping, meal planning, and meal preparation. Anyone who has not tried meal kits might be interested in learning how meal kits work and whether they are worth the investment for preparing and consuming more meals at home. In response to this, the Boyd County Extension Office hosted the w
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Stuffed Characters Teach Nutrition to a Pre-K ClassAccording to the KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, Kentucky’s childhood obesity rate is 35.3%, the 6th highest in the nation.The teacher for a Pre-K classroom at Christ’s Kids Learning Center contacted the Boyd County Nutrition Education Program Assistant and requested a series of lessons using the Organ Annie and The Organ Wise Guys program. The goal was to teach students about how eating healthy f
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
It’s a Plastic PlateAccording to Kentucky Health News, only 23% of Kentuckians eat the recommended daily portions of fruits and vegetables (1,551 randomly selected adults). The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) daily suggestions for adults is to make half of our plates vegetables and fruits.The director at a local women’s recovery center asked the Boyd County Nutrition Education Program (NEP) Assistant to conduct a series of classes using the Healthy Choic
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
One Step at a TimeAccording to the Lane Report for Statistics, Kentucky adults have the sixth highest obesity rate in the United States. The director of a men’s recovery center was concerned with the gentlemen [AW1] in this facility becoming “couch potatoes” and gaining weight during their recovery therapy. He contacted the Boyd County Nutrition Education Program (NEP) Assistant expressing concern regarding the weight gain of the residents. Of particular concern was
Author: Jacqueline Doucet
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
The stocking and utilization of pantry staples have a profound impact on various aspects of daily life, including nutrition, convenience, financial well-being, and overall sustainability. By conscientiously maintaining a well-stocked pantry and incorporating pantry staples into regular meal planning, individuals can experience several positive outcomes.Nutritional Health:Access to a variety of pantry staples enables the creation of diverse and balanced meals, promoting better nutritional intake.
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
According to the Lane Report for Statistics, Kentucky adults have the sixth highest obesity rate in the United States. The director of a mental health center contacted the Boyd County Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) Nutrition Education Program (NEP) assistant expressing concern regarding the weight gain of the residents. Of particular concern was that residents clients were gaining weight from eating high-fat foods, like those from fast food restaurants and fr
Author: Jacqueline Doucet
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
You can buy food from various locations - grocery stores, convenience stores, discount stores, and restaurants. A quickly growing option for food shopping is the online marketplace. Although online grocery shopping has existed since the early 2000s, it is gaining momentum with more online options and technology in our everyday lives. Consumers are interested in or choosing online grocery shopping, but may not understand the benefits, drawbacks, or important considerations of buying food this way
