Boyd County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.1) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
| 2066.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported they utilized delivery systems/access points (e.g. farmers’ markets, CSAs, WIC, food pantries) that offer healthy foods |
| 2066.5) | 22 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 2066.4) | 0 |
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) |
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
Success Stories
Savor the Flavor
Author: Jacqueline Doucet
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Research shows that people who prepare and cook meals at home are more likely to eat the recommended fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains needed in a balanced diet. Building cooking skills and knowledge increases the likelihood that people choose to prepare home-cooked meals. To encourage more home-prepared meals, the Boyd County Extension Office in partnership with UK King's Daughter's Department of Oncology presented the Savor the Flavor series to people currently in cancer
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Building a Better Smoothie
Author: Jacqueline Doucet
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Smoothies are popular with people of all ages, from small children all the way to older adults. They are fun to make, nutritious, versatile, and brightly colored. Some people choose smoothies as a snack or even a full meal, depending on the ingredients. Unfortunately, smoothies can be costly when you buy them at the grocery or store. To educate participants on the appeal of a smoothie and the basic steps to build a smoothie, the Boyd County Extension Office presented the Buil
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Fruits are Fun
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Fruits are Fun to TouchAccording to the KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, Kentucky’s childhood obesity rate is 35.3%, the 6th highest in the nation.Teachers for a Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten classrooms contacted the Boyd County Nutrition Education Program Assistant expressing concern that children in this age group did not know the difference between fruits and vegetables. The teachers requested a series of lessons using the Organ Annie and The Organ Wise Guys program with
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Hide and Go Eat
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Hide and Go EatAccording to the KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC HEALTH, Kentucky’s childhood obesity rate is 35.3%, the 6th highest in the nation.The director of a shelter contacted the Boyd County Nutrition Education Program Assistant expressing that parents were concerned about children did not like to eat vegetables. During a program, ideas were discussed on increasing intake of vegetables for the children. Research proves that the more a child helps to prepare a meal/snack, t
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Walking the Course
Author: Susan Grimmett
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Walking the CourseAccording to the Lane Report for Statistics, Kentucky adults have the sixth highest obesity rate in the United States. The director of a recovery 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 the clients were gaining weight from being inactive and lack of exercise. Research shows that thi
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