Sample Wellness Strategies

Wellness strategies can be easily implemented in any workplace. Strategies can include policies, programs, worksite improvements or a combination of all of these. Strategies should focus on nutrition, physical activity, tobacco and mental health. 

Nutrition

Good nutrition can help lower the risk of many chronic diseases. Healthy eating includes a variety of foods like fruit, vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains. It also includes watching portion sizes and limiting salt, sugar and saturated fat.

   A healthy difresh-pepperset can:

  • Promote weight management and reduce the risk of obesity
  • Reduce the risk of developing high cholesterol
  • Reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes
  • Reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure

By making healthy food choices, like fruits and vegetables, available to employees they are able to make healthy choices at work which will benefit their health.

Sample nutrition policies

Healthy Meetings: Develop a healthy meetings policy to provide healthy food options throughout the workday. It is a simple way to promote the idea of mindful eating to employees.

Healthy Vending: Support healthier choices by providing nutritious food and beverage options through vending machines.

Breastfeeding Program: Provide lactation support in the workplace to new moms.

Sample nutrition programs

Nutrition Education Classes: Partner with local organizations to offer nutrition educations classes (i.e. how to read a nutrition label, dietary guidelines, etc.). For more information on local offerings, contact us.

Healthy Snacks: To promote healthy eating, stock kitchens/break areas with more nutritious options, such as fruits, vegetables, snacks with whole grains, healthy fats and protein.

Provide Dietitian Services: Partner with a local dietitian to offer employees resources and support to make long-term nutrition changes. Contact us for more information.

Environmental Improvements to Promote Nutrition

Provide employees with food preparation and storage facilities, such as a microwave, refrigerator, and/or sink, to encourage them to eat healthy food.

Provide appropriate space for breastfeeding moms

Provide on-site garden to teach gardening skills and increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables.