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| 2027 - Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general) | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2027.1) | 2368 |
Number of people reporting improved lifestyles through a focus on proper nutrition, disease and injury reduction and comprehensive health maintenance |
| 2027.2) | 6 |
Number of healthy lifestyle-related coalitions in which Extension is involved |
| 2027.3) | 3262 |
Number of people that reported eating more of healthy foods |
| 2027.4) | 2084 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, managing stressors, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
| 2027.5) | 45 |
Number of individuals implementing personal health protection practices (screening, immunizations, well-baby care, preventive health practices, etc.) |
| 2027.6) | 610 |
Total weight (in pounds) lost by program participants |
| 2027.7) | 6400 |
Total miles walked by program participants |
Author: Tiffany Calvert
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
National Kids County data from 2016 indicates 65% of Kentucky families “have all available parents in the workforce”. In addition, according to the USDA, for the first time ever, the amount spent eating out has surpassed what US consumers spend on food at home. Busy families can benefit in many ways from the year-round use of slow cookers. Slow cookers can lower stress levels, save time and money, provide nutritionally satisfying meals for a large family and even reduce energy c
Author: Tiffany Calvert
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
In a 2010, study by the Snack Food Association, 74% of consumers are trying to eat healthier. To educate individuals/ families on healthier options, the Family and Consumer Science Extension Agent utilized the “Snack like a Superhero” campaign. This Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-Education campaign was created to help limited resources families choose nutritious options.Over 700 students at Western and Wayland Elementary schools were served monthly food tastings, agricultu
Author: Gregory Comer
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
The 2012 Green River Community Health Assessment, for Ohio County, showed 41% of Ohio Countians’ reported no consistent physical activity or exercise. In addition, 30% of adults are obese, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher. The Trail Town Taskforce, formed in 2014, was established with the goals of creating a county-wide network of certified land and water Trail Towns. The Trail Towns will consist of hiking, cycling, horseback riding, kayak and canoe trails. These tra
Author: Gregory Comer
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
Kentucky ranks third in the Nation with the highest number of overweight and at risk for overweight children and tied for 5th with the highest number of obese adults. Obese adults and youth are at risk for many chronic health conditions. To address this family issue, the Beaver Dam Community Farmer’s Market hosted the 3rd Annual “Children’s Farmer’s Market Day” The event this year was the biggest and the best yet. The &l
