Evaluation of the Latino food and Fun curriculum for low-income Latina mothers and their children: a pilot study

Hisp Health Care Int. 2013;11(1):31-7. doi: 10.1891/1540-4153.11.1.31.

Abstract

This study assessed the 8-week nutrition and physical activity program "Food and Fun," adapted for low-income Spanish-speaking mothers and their children. Fruit/vegetable consumption, physical activity, and other characteristics were measured at baseline and at the end of the program. The final sample consisted of 7 mothers and 13 children. Among mothers, there was a significant increase in vigorous physical activity (p =.045). Among children, there was a significant increase in fruit and vegetable consumption (p =.05) and in physical activity (p =.02). This program may be effective in promoting healthy nutrition and physical activity among low-income Latinas and their children.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Curriculum
  • Diet
  • Female
  • Fruit
  • Health Promotion / methods*
  • Hispanic or Latino / education*
  • Humans
  • Mothers
  • Motor Activity
  • Nutritional Sciences / education
  • Pilot Projects
  • Program Evaluation
  • Vegetables