According to US Census estimates for 2016, an estimate of 3,993 residents of Martin County lived in poverty and 1,207 being children. Child poverty typically results in food insecurity. Food insecure children do not have access to nutritious foods, like fruits and vegetables. 

To help combat this issue, the Martin County Family & Consumer Sciences Program partnered with the Nutrition Education Program to implement Super Star Chef. This was a 3-day program teaching children from ages 9-12 years to choose healthier foods and prepare them. The recipes used were inexpensive and ingredients are available at local grocery stores. 

Overall, there were 13 students, both male and female attend this program. The post test comparisons showed that the program enhanced understanding of the nutrion concepts covered in the 3 day program. Self-efficacy of the participants also increased from 32.15 to 34.85. The posttest also included 7 self-assessment of participants intentions to make healthy neutron choices and be more physically active. After attending the program, all respondents (100%) reported they can identify healthy foods, and that they plan to drink more water everyday, eat more fruits, and be more active. Also, 92% plan to drink less sugary beverages, eat more vegetables, and try new foods.