Extension
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| 2066 - Nutrition and Food Systems General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2066.3) | 0 |
Dollars in EBT, WIC, or Senior benefits redeemed at farmers’ markets |
| 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) |
| 2066.5) | 303 |
Number of individuals who reported increased knowledge, skills, or intentions related to using the nutrition facts label |
| 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 |
| 2066.1) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported eating 4-6 servings of fruits and/or vegetables daily |
Author: Melissa Pilcher
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
Trying to engage young people in summer activities that don’t include electronics can be as challenging as getting them to eat their vegetables. The Boone County nutrition assistant set out to provide programming that addressed both issues, using the curriculum Families in the Kitchen…Cook Together, Eat Together, which is a multigenerational program designed to assist adults working in the kitchen with children. Most of the groups were grandparents working with their grandchildren.
Author: Melissa Pilcher
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
For seniors, living on a fixed income can be challenging. Once the bills have all been paid, there are times when purchasing nutritious foods can be difficult. This was the case at Scheper Ridge, a rent-subsidized apartment complex for seniors. Offering the Healthy Choices for Every Body nutrition series was a great fit for the needs of this community.Participants were surprised to learn that some of the common foods they relied on were high in sodium and fat and low in nutrition. Through compar
Author: Diane Mason
Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General
In 2018 the Kentucky legislature passed House Bill 263 with modifications through House Bill 468 passed in 2019, allowing individuals to sell foods as a “home-based processor.” In general, this designation allows individuals to produce specific non-potentially hazardous foods in their homes to sell at farmers markets, festivals and fairs, or from their home resulting in no more than $60,000 a year in income. Marshmallows, in general, are “on-trend” with their popular
Author: Diane Mason
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 skills and cooking knowledge increases the likelihood that people choose to prepare homecooked meals. To encourage more home-prepared meals, the Boone County Extension Office presented “Savor the Flavor” to adults from the general public.People commonly say they are unsure or intimidated by cooking an
