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
Author: Amy Stooksbury
According to the 2023 America’s Health Rankings, Kentucky ranked 41st for health, 46th for Adverse Childhood Experiences, and showed an increase in adult diabetes of 40% between 2013 and 2022. The Kentucky Nutrition Education Program (KYNEP) offers programs that lead to improved health and well-being. The Todd County Nutrition Education Program (NEP) Assistant partnered with Todd County Family Resource Youth Service Center (FRYSC) and offered limited-resource families &ldq
