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KA 703. Nutrition Education and Behavior (McKinley County Nutrition Plan of Work )
Plan Goals
Improve the health of McKinley County residents through education programs that stress healthy food choices, healthy food preparation and food resource managment.
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KA 703. Nutrition Education and Behavior
Impact Reports
According to the ADA (American Diabetes Association)"hidden salt" may be the biggest source of sodium in our diets. Salt is used to increase storage life of canned food, frozen and boxed dinners, fast food, and restaurant foods to make them taste better. Salt should not be cut out of a diet completely, but people should try to reduce their salt intake. The Gallup Senior Jubilee welcomed 38 members on October 5, 2011 to their ninth senior jubilee a unique program designed to spotlight and celebrate the senior citizens who like in rural areas. The McKinley County CES home Economist provided nutrition education and her topic "Herbs and Spices Instead of Salt?" was well received. The participants learned which herbs have strong, medium and delicate flavors, which herbs can be combined to specific foods. As an added activity the were invited to prepare a poultry seasoning to take home and try on thanksgiving turkey. All 41 participants shared their knowledge about the use of certain herbs and they didn't hesitate in preparing their seasoning recipe to take home. Everyone noted that the seasoning had no salt, but the aroma was very appetizing.
Regional Early Care and Education Conference
Day care providers attend the 4 hour training as required by the state and federal for licensure purposes. The nutrition educator introduced MyPlate in a two hour session for 25 participants. Activities were centered on MyPlate and the new dietary guidelines. They learned how to build a healthy plate, how to balance calories, and the importance of physical activity. They also went over the toddler/youth daily food requirements. As an added activity they were introduced to MyPlate Bingo they really enjoyed that winners were given MyPlate poster
Day care providers attend the 4 hour training as required by the state and federal for licensure purposes. The nutrition educator introduced MyPlate in a two hour session for 25 participants. Activities were centered on MyPlate and the new dietary guidelines. They learned how to build a healthy plate, how to balance calories, and the importance of physical activity. They also went over the toddler/youth daily food requirements. As an added activity they were introduced to MyPlate Bingo they really enjoyed that winners were given MyPlate poster
Fort Defiance Regional Provider Training
This nutrition lesson provided care givers with tips on supporting meals with fruits and vegetables. Encouraging children to eat fruits and vegetables is sometimes a fight to the end. Educators shared simple tips on introducing small amounts of fruit or vegetables to children. The lesson also focused on the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables and they discussed preparation methods that help to reduce fat or salt or increase nutrient retention. Resources were provided for each provider and evaluation was given at the end of the session by the nutrition educator the forms were sent to the SNAP Coordinator.
This nutrition lesson provided care givers with tips on supporting meals with fruits and vegetables. Encouraging children to eat fruits and vegetables is sometimes a fight to the end. Educators shared simple tips on introducing small amounts of fruit or vegetables to children. The lesson also focused on the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables and they discussed preparation methods that help to reduce fat or salt or increase nutrient retention. Resources were provided for each provider and evaluation was given at the end of the session by the nutrition educator the forms were sent to the SNAP Coordinator.
The Navajo Nation Child Care and Development Fund Program
Childhood obesity as become the number concern everywhere. The number of children who are overweight has grown tremendously in the last 10 years. Providing healthy meals for growing children and teaching them how to choose healthy foods is one way of preventing obesity. Nutrition educators provide different nutrition topics to help child care providers plan and prepare healthy meals for the children under their care. Thirty seven participants learned how to prepare healthy snacks with allowable food items. Nutrition educators have been given a list of creditable and non-creditable foods for day care centers. After preparing the snacks they were allowed to taste and provide input about the recipes they did or didn’t like. One activity was designed to have participants use several odds and ends foods that are always on hand. This activity brought out the creativity in snack planning and many healthy combinations were presented. Participants were surprised that many common food items can be combined to taste good and be healthy at the same time. Evaluation was provided and by the agency and the results were mailed to the nutrition educator at a later date.
Childhood obesity as become the number concern everywhere. The number of children who are overweight has grown tremendously in the last 10 years. Providing healthy meals for growing children and teaching them how to choose healthy foods is one way of preventing obesity. Nutrition educators provide different nutrition topics to help child care providers plan and prepare healthy meals for the children under their care. Thirty seven participants learned how to prepare healthy snacks with allowable food items. Nutrition educators have been given a list of creditable and non-creditable foods for day care centers. After preparing the snacks they were allowed to taste and provide input about the recipes they did or didn’t like. One activity was designed to have participants use several odds and ends foods that are always on hand. This activity brought out the creativity in snack planning and many healthy combinations were presented. Participants were surprised that many common food items can be combined to taste good and be healthy at the same time. Evaluation was provided and by the agency and the results were mailed to the nutrition educator at a later date.
EDC Childhood obesity
The number one concern today is childhood obesity and diabetes. At one time only adults were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, today more youth are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and it’s time to change that. Child day care providers need help in preparing healthy meals and snack and teaching the children to take the message home. Two-hour nutrition training was provided by the home economist. Care givers learned that sometimes we as adults serve children way to much food on their plate we do not allow them to ask for more if they are hungry. We also allow them to eat too much junk food so they are less likely to say yes to fruit and vegetables. After going over the reason why so many Americans are overweight participants shared their ideas on how to change the way Americans eat. One of the activities provided 6 scenarios, four people per group (6 groups) they had to find ways to change the eating habits of their mock family. Most of the groups came up with very creative ways of teaching healthy eating habits, they included exercise, eating a designated times, eating meals together, etc. Much knowledge was gained. Evaluation was provided by the EDC Coordinator and later mailed to the home economist.
The number one concern today is childhood obesity and diabetes. At one time only adults were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, today more youth are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and it’s time to change that. Child day care providers need help in preparing healthy meals and snack and teaching the children to take the message home. Two-hour nutrition training was provided by the home economist. Care givers learned that sometimes we as adults serve children way to much food on their plate we do not allow them to ask for more if they are hungry. We also allow them to eat too much junk food so they are less likely to say yes to fruit and vegetables. After going over the reason why so many Americans are overweight participants shared their ideas on how to change the way Americans eat. One of the activities provided 6 scenarios, four people per group (6 groups) they had to find ways to change the eating habits of their mock family. Most of the groups came up with very creative ways of teaching healthy eating habits, they included exercise, eating a designated times, eating meals together, etc. Much knowledge was gained. Evaluation was provided by the EDC Coordinator and later mailed to the home economist.