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| 2027 - Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.2) | 4 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
| 2027.3) | 188 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
| 2027.4) | 74 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2027.5) | 9 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
| 2027.6) | 70 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
| 2027.7) | 2489 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
| 2027.1) | 160 |
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
Author: Kate Thompson
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
According to the CDC, “Obesity is a serious concern because it is associated with poorer mental health outcomes, reduced quality of life, and the leading causes of death in the U.S. and worldwide, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and some types of cancer. “With a population of 92,488, Campbell County’s obesity rate is 31% and physical activity rate is 24% (US Census Bureau). “Good nutrition, physical activity, and a healthy body weight are essential parts
Author: Kate Thompson
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
In Kentucky, 37.1% of children are overweight or obese, and 51% of Kentucky children are not exercising regularly (Kids Count, 2016-2017). Kentucky has the 8th highest rate of childhood obesity in the nation (State of Obesity, 2016). In Campbell County (population 92,488), adult obesity is 32%. Twenty-four percent of adults in the county are physically inactive. Healthy habits started in childhood are likely to continue into adulthood. In order to foster heal
Author: Ronda Rex
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
“A healthy lifestyle involves many choices. Among them, choosing a balanced diet or healthy eating plan. So how do you choose a healthy eating plan? Let’s begin by defining what a healthy eating plan is.According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015–2020, a healthy eating plan: Emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products, includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts, is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cho
