Individual’s health is a major problem here in Lee County. The statistics indicate that the health of the citizens in Lee County are among some of the worst in the nation.  To address this issue, we at the Lee County Extension Service have conducted several programs addressing this. Gardening and preservation of foods is among some of the programs we have implemented to address this issue. Over 500 adults and youth have participated in such programs. They have gained knowledge and skills on gardening and food preservation along with the research evidence that support the education, stating that one’s health improves as one changes their eating habits form consuming less process foods and start consuming more fruits and vegetables. From the surveys that we have conducted over 50 percent have started consuming more fruits and vegetables into their daily diets as a result from our programs we have conducted. Many have started producing their own fruits and vegetable.