According to the Nutrition Education Program 2016 Annual Report there 5,975 McCreary County residents receiving SNAP benefits.  That is an increase of 13.7% since 2007.  SNAP participation in the U.S. is 83%, Kentucky SNAP participation is 91%.After completing an adult nutrition education program using the Healthy Choices for Every Body Curriculum in McCreary County, a participant shared how the group discussions had helped her be aware of how important eating healthy, drinking water and getting exercise is to her overall health.  She stated that listening and sharing ideas about how to increase your water intake had helped her to give up sodas and incorporate water into her daily life.  She now walks daily instead of occasionally, often with other ladies participating in our group.  99% of the participants made a positive change in food group choices.  55% of the participants began to plan meals in advance more often. 56% used the “Nutrition Facts” on food labels more often, and 79% showed improvement in food safety practices.