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| 2023 - Weight the Reality Series | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2023.1) | 24 |
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) | 24 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2023.3) | 0 |
Number of youth and adults who demonstrate informed and effective decision-making |
| 2023.4) | 24 |
Number of those who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2023.5) | 24 |
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) | 24 |
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: Lora Pullin
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
The most recent CDC Data report states, the obesity rate for Greenup County is 35%. Greenup County is in the top 10 counties for other health diseases, such as heart disease and 16% of Greenup County adults suffer from diabetes. Research has shown there is a natural link between nutrition, physical activity, and behaviors toward healthy lifestyles. The Greenup County Extension Family and Consumers Sciences Agent along with the Snap- Ed assistant collaborated to hold a ten week series that was pr
