Volume
49
Issue
6
DOI
10.34068/joe.49.06.07
Abstract
The effectiveness of online messages to change dietary intake and level of physical activity was assessed. Thirty-six volunteers completed a 26-item pre- and post-intervention online survey and received a total of 36 email messages about MyPyramid, food labels, healthier lifestyles, and physical activity. Participants reported increased fiber intake, decreased fat intake, and increased physical activity. Overweight/obese participants lost an average of 8.0 lbs. during the 12-week period. Online messages can contribute to an increase in healthy food consumption and level of physical activity and is a desirable intervention tool for Extension nutrition and health practitioners.
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Recommended Citation
Nyquist, H., Rhee, Y., Brunt, A., & Garden-Robinson, J. (2011). Promoting Healthy Eating and Exercise Through Online Messages: A Pilot Study. The Journal of Extension, 49(6), Article 7. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.49.06.07
