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| 2023 - Weight the Reality Series | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2023.1) | 12 |
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) | 12 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2023.3) | 12 |
Number of youth and adults who demonstrate informed and effective decision-making |
| 2023.4) | 12 |
Number of those who reported eating more healthy foods |
| 2023.6) | 12 |
Number of those that reported utilizing delivery systems/access points (e.g., farmer’s markets, CSA’s, WIC, Food Pantry) that offer healthy foods |
| 2023.5) | 12 |
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) |
Author: Heather Cheek
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
Based on statistics gained from Kentucky Health Facts, 36% of adults in Mason County are obese and 75% are overweight. This is well above the state averages of 34% and 68%, respectively. 36% of adults in Mason County (compared to the 32% in Kentucky) report a lack of physical activity. According to the Mayo Clinic, physical activity and a healthy diet has many benefits including reaching and maintaining a healthy weight, preventing or managing health conditions like heart disease, high blood pre
