Introduction
Step Up Scale Down is a 12-week educational program based on the USDA Dietary Guidelines, which help Americans choose a healthful eating plan within their calorie requirements to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. The Dietary Guidelines provide sound scientific information about how proper dietary habits can promote health and reduce risk for major chronic diseases.
The Step Up, Scale Down curriculum consists of twelve lessons. The series are as follows:
Session 1-Scale Down by Setting Goals
Session 2- Step Up to a Healthy Plate
Session 3- Scale Down by Reading Labels
Session 4- Step Up to Breakfast and Menu Planning
Session 5- Scale Down with Moves to Lose
Session 6-. Step Up Your Hydration
Session 7- Scale Down by Finding Your Motivational Mojo
Session 8- Step Up to Healthy Snacking
Session 9-Scale Down with a Colorful Plate
Session 10-Step Up to Successful Socializing
Session 11-Scale Down by Knowing Your Numbers
Session 12- Step Up and Celebrate
Participants must be committed to complete the program in 12 weeks.
