2071 - LEAP | ||
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2071.4) | 28 |
Number of participants reporting intention to try new foods |
2071.5) | 28 |
Number of participants reporting intention to be more physically active |
2071.6) | 28 |
Number of participants reporting intention to make healthy beverage choices (e.g., drink less soda, drink less flavored/sport drinks) |
2071.3) | 28 |
Number of participants reporting intention to eat more vegetables |
2071.2) | 28 |
umber of participants reporting intention to eat more fruits |
2071.1) | 28 |
Number of participants |
Author: Janey Cline
Major Program: LEAP
Poor nutrition and physical inactivity are tied to obesity. Recent research shows that among U.S. children ages 2 to 4, nearly 14% were overweigh and 13.5 were obese. Obesity has been shown to contribute to major health issues including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, elevated blood cholesterol levels, low self-esteem, negative body image and depression in children. To address these concerns, the Hart County Family and consumer Sciences Agent collaborated with the Hart County Head St