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Active RecessLearn how active recess can help students reach 30 minutes of physical activity each school day.
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African American Churches Eating Smart and Moving More Planning and Resource GuideImplement church wellness programs.
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Aisle by aisleTake a trip through the grocery store to learn a few tips about making healthier food and drink choices.
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Am I Hungry or Full?Before, during and after a meal use this scale to help you know your hunger and fullness cues.
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Be Active KidsUse this interactive program to promote health in children ages birth to five.
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Before-School Walking ProgramsBuild buy-in and inspire action among stakeholders who aim to promote active communities, safety and transportation options.
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BMI ChartCalculate body mass index, and start a conversation about the importance of maintaining a healthy weight.
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Breastfeeding-Friendly Employers and Community Partners AwardBecome a breastfeeding-friendly business, community organization, or employer.
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Bring Fresh Produce to Your Setting GuideHelp to make fresh fruits and vegetables available to buy in your local worksite, place of worship or neighborhood.
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Building a Breastfeeding-Friendly Environment in Your Faith CommunityFaith community leaders and lay members have a unique opportunity to influence social norms and encourage healthy behaviors, such as breastfeeding.
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Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)Access program resources that aim to provide nutritious meals and snacks to eligible children and adults in qualifying non-residental care facilities.
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Child Care Services AssociationAccess resources, publications and the latest news in child care.
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Child TrendsAccess research focused on improving the lives of chidlrean and youth, especially those who are most vulnerable.
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Color Me HealthyTeach children ages four and five that eating healthy and being physically active are fun.
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Cook Smart, Eat Smart Cooking SchoolLearn how to prepare simple, healthy and delicious food for you and your family.
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Creating Active Outdoor Play Spaces GuideLearn how to create play spaces that promote physically active play.
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Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent DiabetesThis CDC-recognized diabetes prevention program is an online 12-month lifestyle change program, proven to prevent or delay the development of type 2 diabetes.
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Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less ProgramParticipate in a 15-week group weight management program.
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EFNEP’s Families ResourceProvide nutrition education to limited-resource families. Handouts are available in Spanish and English.
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Employees with DisabilitiesChecklists, fact sheets and other resources to support the inclusion of employees with disabilities in worksite wellness activities
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Encouraging SNAP Participation at Farmers’ Markets GuideAttract SNAP customers to your farmers’ market.
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Energizers for SchoolsIntegrate classroom physical activities with academic concepts.
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Faithful Families Thriving CommunitiesPromote healthy eating and physical activity in communities of faith.
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Faithful Families ToolsFaithful Families provides tools to help faith communities assess their community's assets, strengths, and needs and develop action steps for change.
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Faithful Families Walking ChallengeMotivate community members to walk more every day.
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Farmers’ MarketsYour farmers’ market is a great place to find fresh fruits and vegetables. Use the tools below to help you plan healthy meals and shop affordably at your local farmers' markets.
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Farmers’ Markets’ Comprehensive Guide for SNAP/EBTAssist farmers’ markets with SNAP/EBT implementation. Contains steps, best practices and resources.
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Farmers’ Markets’ Quick Reference Handbook for SNAP/EBTAccept SNAP/EBT, debit and/or credit cards at your farmers’ market.
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Fruits and Veggies ChallengeMotivate employees at your worksite to eat more fruits and vegetables every day.
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Go NAPSACCBuild healthy eating and physical activity habits in children through free, easy-to-use online tools.
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Growing Communities through Gardens GuideStart a community garden.
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Guide to Making Physical Activity a Part of Meetings, Conference and EventsInclude physical activity in meetings, conferences and other events.
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Head Start: NutritionAccess resources to support healthy eating habits and find nutrition assistance information to share with families
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Health Impact AssessmentsLearn more about this decision-making process used to determine how a project, policy or program might influence health.
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Healthy Active Children Policy ModuleReview the history, rationale and guidelines for implementing the Healthy Active Children Policy in your school.
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Healthy Celebrations and Events GuideServe healthier, kid-friendly options during any food-related event or celebration.
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Healthy Food Retail ToolkitAssist small food stores with increasing their healthy options and help them apply for the NC Healthy Food Retail Designation.
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Healthy Kids, Healthy FutureAccess tools and resources to make a child obesity prevention program in family child care or early care and education settings.
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Healthy Meeting GuideServe healthier foods at meetings and events.
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Live Healthy to Be ThereTips for how to decrease your risk of chronic disease (diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer) and complications from chronic disease.
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Making It Work Tool KitUse this resource to help breastfeeding mothers return to work.
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MED Instead of MedsLearn how to eat the Mediterranean way for better health.
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Medical Nutrition Therapy ProtocolFollow these guidelines for nutrition visits with overweight children.
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Motivational Interviewing ResourcesUse this cognitive behavioral technique with patients.
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Motivational PostersDownload and display posters that encourage people to make healthy choices.
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Move More, Walk NowDiscover walking tips, tools and guides for walkers, hikers and organizers.
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Move More, Walk NowYour destination for walking tips, tools and events.
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NC Healthy Out-of-School Time Recognition ProgramApply to recognize out-of-school time programs for healthy eating and physical activity practices.
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NC Healthy Schools WebsiteCreate a Coordinated School Health Program.
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NC State Design Natural Learning Initiative (NIL)Access design assistance, evaluation, professional development and policy initiatives.
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North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition Family Friendly Clinic AwardBecome a breastfeeding-friendly outpatient clinic.
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North Carolina Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care DesignationBecome a breastfeeding-friendly child care center.
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North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource CenterPromote safe and healthy environments in early care and education settings.
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North Carolina Guide to Incorporating Health Considerations into Comprehensive PlansLearn how to incorporate health considerations into comprehensive plans.
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North Carolina Maternity Center Breastfeeding-Friendly Designation ProgramBecome a breastfeeding-friendly maternity center.
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Obesity-related CPT CodesIdentify services and procedures reimbursable by Medicaid that may be related to obesity.
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Open Use of School Property in North CarolinaLearn about promoting Open Use of School Property in North Carolina.
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PAN Behaviors Monitoring FormDocument and monitor select physical activity and nutrition behaviors.
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Pediatric Obesity Clinical ToolsPrevent, assess and treat childhood overweight and obesity.
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Pediatric Weight Management ProgramsLearn about centers that provide intensive, multi-disciplinary care and treatment for childhood obesity.
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Promoting Healthy Weight for Young ChildrenA Blueprint for Preventing Early Childhood Obesity in North Carolina.
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Quit Weight GainUse these tips to snuff out weight gain when you quit smoking.
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School Siting GuideGet involved with school siting to support physical activity in your community.
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Shared Use Agreements and Assessments
Learn about shared use efforts and agreements in North Carolina communities.
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Smart StartCreate environments, practices and policies that encourage young children to eat healthy and be physically active.
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Snacks and Drinks GuideLearn about healthier snack and drink options.
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Stairwell GuideEncourage people to move more with a stairwell initiative. Posters are available to download.
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Start Moving MoreResources to help you move more.
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Steps to Health, NC State SNAP-EdLearn to eat smart, move more, and reduce risk of chronic disease, must be eligible for SNAP to participate.
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Stoplight Food GuideDirect clients to healthier food and drink options with this visual guide.
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Walking Map GuidePromote safe walking routes in your community.
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Wayfinding GuideImplement a wayfinding system to encourage physical activity in your community.
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