Self-Reported Nutrition
Based on a compilation of questions about nutrition habits, Three Rivers District participants have an overall nutrition score of 53. Nutrition scores were based on questions about fat, fiber, fruit and vegetable consumption. Participants were also asked about their readiness to improve their nutritional behaviors.
Proper nutrition improves overall health and well-being and decreases risk for several illnesses and diseases. Participants responded to nine nutrition questions based on frequency of consumption of certain foods. Based on those results, 16.4% of participants have ideal nutrition levels, 33.2% have borderline nutrition levels, and 50.3% are high risk based on nutrition practices.
