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| 2011 - Keys to Embracing Aging | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2011.1) | 147 |
Number of participants reporting improved knowledge regarding life span behavior and decisions that affect health and well-being (such as enhanced knowledge of: positive attitude, smart and healthy eating, physical activity, mental activity, social activity, tuning-in to the times, safety, health numbers, stress management, financial management sleep, and taking personal time) |
| 2011.2) | 111 |
Number of participants reporting improved life style behavior skills |
| 2011.3) | 96 |
Number of participants who demonstrate healthy lifestyles and behaviors |
Author: Glenna Wooten
Major Program: Keys to Embracing Aging
Keys to Embracing Aging Physical Activity Program Success StoryNutritious foods help maintain a healthy body and protect against various illnesses, disorders and chronic diseases (USDA, 2011), such as heart disease, stroke, dementia, type 2 diabetes, bone loss, cancer, and anemia (NIH, 2008). Diet and nutrition can also help reduce high blood pressure, lower cholesterol, handle arthritis, maintain healthy skin, hair and nails, and manage diabetes (NIH, 2008). The good news about nutrition
