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Abstract
Nutrition education sessions were evaluated using a quasi-experimental design. Learning activities targeted basic nutrition knowledge, attitudes and behaviors. Ninety-two older adults (53 intervention and 39 comparison subjects) from seven congregate meal sites participated. The intervention group showed significant gains in three of seven knowledge variables and in one of eight behavioral variables compared to the comparison group. No improvements were found in attitude. Because of logistical barriers, attendance was less than optimal. The potential impact of environmental factors on older adults' control over food choices is discussed.