Laurel County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 2070 - Cook Together, Eat Together | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2070.2) | 55 |
Number of individuals who reported preparing more healthy home-cooked meals |
| 2070.3) | 55 |
Number of individuals who adopted one or more practices to reduce food shopping costs (e.g. comparing prices, planning meals, making shopping lists) |
| 2070.1) | 55 |
Number of individuals who reported eating more healthy foods |
Success Stories
Cook Together, Eat Together
Author: Lora Davidson
Major Program: Cook Together, Eat Together
One pressing issue is the rising prevalence of diet-related health problems, such as obesity and diabetes, particularly among children. Families are often caught in the convenience of fast food and pre-packaged meals, which tend to be low in fruits and vegetables.Encouraging families to prepare more meals at home can address this issue by promoting healthier eating habits. Home-cooked meals typically allow for better control over ingredients, leading to increased consumption of fruits and vegeta
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