Content for your Staff: Healthy Eating Week June 2024

If you are a Manager or part of the HR team, we have this resource that you can copy, paste and send to your staff!

Healthy Eating Week

When? 10th June to 14th June 2024

Healthy Eating Week, an initiative by the British Nutrition Foundation (BNF), is a fantastic opportunity for HR teams to encourage healthier lifestyle habits among staff, such as balanced eating, hydration, and physical activity. 

What can you do with your staff to tap into this incredibly important topic?

Begin by recognizing this special date with your team! Remember, within your Wellbeing Hub, employees have access to a variety of professionals, including nutritionists, dietitians, and health experts. This is an excellent opportunity to encourage your team to connect with the right professionals who can support their wellbeing goals.

To assist HR teams in promoting Healthy Eating Week, here is a straightforward email template they can utilize:

Subject: Let's Celebrate Healthy Eating Week Together!

Dear [Employee's Name],

During Healthy Eating Week, taking place from June 10th to June 14th, 2024, we are celebrating the opportunity to make positive changes in our eating, drinking, and physical activity habits.

We invite you to fully participate in the activities we have planned and take advantage of the professional experts available to support your nutrition and wellness goals through our Wellbeing hub.

{Insert Link to your Wellbeing Hub Here}

Don't forget that we at {Company Name} sponsors {Insert number of credits} for you to access sessions at no cost.

We'll also be sharing daily health tips, and we'd love to hear any healthy recipes you'd like to share.

Remember, the goal of this week is to promote healthier habits that we can all incorporate into our daily lives. Let's inspire each other to make healthier choices, not just this week, but every day.

Best, [Your Name]

Activities to link this campaign to their Wellbeing Hub could include:

• Sharing articles, blogs, or resources available on the Wellbeing Hub that promote healthy eating.
• Encouraging employees to use the Wellbeing Hub to set healthy eating goals and track their progress.
• Consider hosting virtual cooking classes or a recipe exchange forum where employees can share their favorite healthy recipes. This could be a fun, interactive way to engage the team and promote healthy eating.
• The email template provided is a great start. Consider sending daily reminders with tips on healthy eating, hydration techniques, or fun facts about nutrition. This will keep the momentum going and ensure the initiative stays top of mind throughout the week.
• HR teams can also organize health challenges or competitions, such as a 'Healthy Recipe Contest' or a 'Step Challenge', and use the Wellbeing Hub to track progress and announce winners. This not only promotes healthy habits but also fosters a sense of community and friendly competition among employees.

• Encouraging employees to set personal health goals on the Wellbeing Hub can be another effective strategy. HR can provide tips on setting realistic goals and offer guidance on using the Hub to track progress. This not only helps employees take control of their health but also promotes continual use of the Wellbeing Hub, making it an integral part of their health journey.

• Remember, the aim is to use Healthy Eating Week as a launchpad for sustained, positive change. The focus should be on creating lasting habits that go beyond the week and continue to benefit employees in the long run.

• Drawing attention to the Wellbeing Hub during this week will encourage its consistent use, creating a healthier and happier work environment.