Letcher County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023
| 2073 - Super Star Chef | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2073.11) | 14 |
Number of participants reporting intention to be more physically active |
| 2073.10) | 15 |
Number of participants who reported the intention to spend more time in the kitchen preparing meals |
| 2073.6) | 15 |
Number of participants reporting intention to drink more water and/or drink less soda |
| 2073.5) | 14 |
Number of participants reporting intention to be more physically active |
| 2073.4) | 15 |
Number of participants reporting intention to try new foods |
| 2073.2) | 15 |
Number of participants reporting intention to eat more fruits |
| 2073.1) | 15 |
Number of participants |
| 2073.3) | 15 |
Number of participants reporting intention to eat more vegetables |
Success Stories
Super Star Chef Camp
Author: Nanette Banks
Major Program: Super Star Chef
According to recent data from the State of Obesity website, the current obesity rate for youth in Kentucky ages 10-17 is 23.8%, giving Kentucky a ranking of one among the fifty states and D.C. There are many factors that contribute to childhood obesity, including reduced physical activity and accessing or understanding appropriate nutrition choices. Recent research has indicated that teaching cooking skills to children encourages healthier food choices, which can lower obesity rates. In an
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