Joyce and Myra (local program staff) taught participants how to gather, clean, and prepare traditional Native American foods such as camas, roots, onions, and potatoes, and motivate Warm Springs’ young people to consume healthy traditional foods. Through training and shared knowledge, participants learn the importance of eating fresh produce and enjoying regular physical activity.
Increased participants’ knowledge about the benefits of fresh produce by 51%, and the number of people who exercise daily by 36%.
This project improved the participant's knowledge of healthy nutrition, fresh produce consumption, and exercise.
Within the target population (American Indians and Hispanic Americans in Jefferson County), this project was particularly helpful for those who identified as elderly, youth, and mothers.
The Warm Springs’ team emphasized that the fresh produce coupons (vouchers) and traditional food education improved access to healthy nutrition sources in their communities.