2023 - Weight the Reality Series | ||
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2023.1) | 52 |
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) | 38 |
Number of individuals who made lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, etc.) for the purpose of improving their health |
2023.3) | 43 |
Number of youth and adults who demonstrate informed and effective decision-making |
2023.4) | 38 |
Number of those who reported eating more healthy foods |
2023.5) | 52 |
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) | 31 |
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: Crystal Osborne
Major Program: Weight the Reality Series
The 2018 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps for Kentucky had Owsley County ranked 118 out of 120 counties for health outcomes. For health behaviors including physical inactivity and obesity, Owsley County ranked 111 out of 120 counties. With these statistics in mind, the Owsley County Family & Consumer Sciences Advisory Council continues to see the need for health & nutrition education as a high priority for our community members. The Owsley County Cooperative Extension Service p