Table 2.
Successful programs for nutrition awareness and knowledge address cost, culture and behavior by: |
1) creating consortiums of community based organizations. |
2) forming focus groups. |
3) developing programs unique to targeted communities. |
4) preparing material that promotes use of new foods. |
5) holding cooking classes. |
6) evaluating the effectiveness of their intervention. All of these can be a part of a Medical Home that addresses the health needs of the community it serves. |