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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Success StoryThe Power of Fruits and Vegetables



The Power of Fruits and Vegetables

Author: Kati Noble

Planning Unit: Breathitt County CES

Major Program: Nutrition and Food Systems General

Outcome: Long-Term Outcome

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, consuming enough fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of many chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity. One way to address this issue is by learning the importance of eating healthy.

The Breathitt County SNAP-Ed Assistant, in partnership with Middle Kentucky Head Start, taught adults the Healthy Choices for Everybody Curriculum. As a part of these classes, participants learned the importance of eating healthy, food safety, meal planning, and eating better on a budget.

Participants behavior change was indicated by entry and exit forms. Over half of the participants showed a positive increase in their overall diet quality, as well as increasing their consumption of fruits and vegetables.






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