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This blog is dedicated to examining issues facing the Commonwealth of Kentucky and providing a nonpartisan, family perspective on public policy making. We hope to provide a forum for Kentuckians to review and discuss current legislative actions and the issues such actions are attempting to address. The opinions expressed herein belong solely to the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the University of Kentucky, its affiliates, or its representatives.

What the authors of this blog will contribute:
1) Summarize current state, national, and international research related to topics relevant to current legilative actions.
2) Describe Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service programs and activities currently addressing issues related to legilative actions in the various counties.
3) Provide expert commentaries via podcasts and videocasts on issues relevant to current legilative actions.

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Monday, March 7, 2011

Making Beneficial Lifestyle Choices in McCreary County

McCreary County will once again have the opportunity to participate in “Weight: The Reality Series,” an 8-week program that focuses on physical activity and weight management. The program will offer weigh-ins, physical activity and education, and incentives. Last year, 23 people participated, with 15 people completing the program. Five people reached their goal of losing seven percent of body weight. A total of 206 pounds were lost, an average weight reduction of 6.33 pounds per person. Positive behavioral changes such as eating breakfast daily and controlling food portions were reported by 85% of participants. The Family and Consumer Sciences Agent plans to increase the number of people reached and pounds lost in McCreary County through the program.

To view the entire Building Strong Families McCreary county profile, please click the link.

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