Program Evaluation:
In a quasi-experimental pre- and post-program evaluation, data were collected on 269 low-income adults’ consumption, attitudes, and beliefs related to fruits and vegetables. The control group consisted of demographically similar participants in parenting or budgeting programs.
Increase in fruit and vegetable intake was significantly higher among members of the intervention groups who consumed fruits and vegetables an average of 1.6 more times daily vs. 0.8 more times daily in the control groups.
The results of a comprehensive evaluation of Sisters in Health appear in:
Devine C, Farrell T, Hartman R. Sisters in Health: experiential program emphasizing social interaction increases fruit and vegetable intake among low-income adults. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior. 2005;37:365-270.