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| 2023 - Weight the Reality Series | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2023.1) | 6 |
Number of individuals who experienced an increase in knowledge, opinions, skills, or aspirations regarding lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, etc.) that improve personal health |
| 2023.2) | 6 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2023.3) | 6 |
Number of youth and adults who demonstrate informed and effective decision-making |
| 2023.4) | 6 |
Number of those who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2023.5) | 6 |
Number of individuals who reported improving at least one behavior related to subjects taught (food preparation, addition of fruits and vegetables into the diet, movement of the body that leads to better physical fitness, and reducing the risk of chronic disease) |
| 2023.6) | 6 |
Number of those that reported utilizing delivery systems/access points (e.g., farmer’s markets, CSA’s, WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
Author: Donna Fryman
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
According to most recent county healthcare profiles and health facts for Fleming County, 68% adults are obese, 38% report a lack of personal physical activity, 14% adults have diabetes. In an effort to increase awareness and improve individual wellness, the Fleming County Extension Service Family and Consumer Science program conducted a 10 week series of Weight- the Reality Series. The ten week program taught participants how to make healthy food choices and to explore various physical activitie
