Community Garden Research Paper
Community Garden
Heather Seaton
Kaplan University
Community Garden
There are legions of problems in the American culture that stem from dietary choices. Many people in Kansas City struggle with obesity and the numerous health issues that come with it, from diabetes, heart complications, and sleep apnea, to sore backs and knees. The childhood obesity rate keeps climbing. The varying factors that lead to the high obesity rate in this community include unhealthy diets, a lack of knowledge about proper nutrition, and economic limitations. By implementing a program that gives kids an in-depth knowledge of nutrition, from an early age, and supplementing that education with a garden …show more content…
Obesity is different than merely being overweight, although there are health risks for both. Being overweight could be due to excess fat, water, bone, or muscle weight, whereas obesity refers only to having excess fat. Data shows that about one third of children and adolescents from ages 6-19 are considered to be overweight or obese, and 1 in 6 children and adolescents ages 6-19 are considered obese (Ogden et al, 2012). Obesity can cause many health issues. The most common health risks for obese individuals are type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis, some types of cancer, and stroke (Ogden et al, 2012). There is no single cause of obesity and can include genes, eating habits, and …show more content…
Healthy lifestyle choices are nurtured through gardening. They bring people together in a natural environment, keep them active and engaged with one another in a social setting, as well as teaches them economics, gives them a more intimate look at their food, and provides a great training tool for health and wellness. This joining together in these activities gives the people of the community a sense of loyalty and camaraderie (Litt et al, 2011). The benefits of gardening is almost
Heather Seaton
Kaplan University
Community Garden
There are legions of problems in the American culture that stem from dietary choices. Many people in Kansas City struggle with obesity and the numerous health issues that come with it, from diabetes, heart complications, and sleep apnea, to sore backs and knees. The childhood obesity rate keeps climbing. The varying factors that lead to the high obesity rate in this community include unhealthy diets, a lack of knowledge about proper nutrition, and economic limitations. By implementing a program that gives kids an in-depth knowledge of nutrition, from an early age, and supplementing that education with a garden …show more content…
Obesity is different than merely being overweight, although there are health risks for both. Being overweight could be due to excess fat, water, bone, or muscle weight, whereas obesity refers only to having excess fat. Data shows that about one third of children and adolescents from ages 6-19 are considered to be overweight or obese, and 1 in 6 children and adolescents ages 6-19 are considered obese (Ogden et al, 2012). Obesity can cause many health issues. The most common health risks for obese individuals are type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis, some types of cancer, and stroke (Ogden et al, 2012). There is no single cause of obesity and can include genes, eating habits, and …show more content…
Healthy lifestyle choices are nurtured through gardening. They bring people together in a natural environment, keep them active and engaged with one another in a social setting, as well as teaches them economics, gives them a more intimate look at their food, and provides a great training tool for health and wellness. This joining together in these activities gives the people of the community a sense of loyalty and camaraderie (Litt et al, 2011). The benefits of gardening is almost