4‑H youth
healthy habits survey
A survey commissioned by National 4‑H Council explores teen perceptions around health and nutrition. The survey, which polled over 1,500 diverse youth between the ages of 13-19 nationwide, investigated youth perceptions on the topics of food access, nutrition and health equity.
Key Findings
- 68 percent of teens say they satisfy their hunger with junk food because it’s more accessible to them at school than healthy food.
- Most teens (66%) are spending more time deciding what they want to watch on Netflix and YouTube than thinking about what they eat.
- 85 percent say junk food is more accessible and cost effective, which usually drives decision making for their families and friends.
Teens Take on Health Resources
Teens Take on Health Infographic
Comprehensive Report - Teens Take on Health
A Study of the Teens Take On Health Initiative
4-H Molina Teens Take On Health Executive Summary
