Take Action! California 5 a Day—Be Active! Worksite Program: Benefits to Employees

Benefits to Employees

Nutrition and physical activity are important parts of achieving and maintaining good health. People who eat healthy foods and are physically active on a regular basis are at lower risk for the major killers in the United States: heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Other benefits of nutrition and physical activity include:

• Better health
• Less tension and stress
• Better sleep patterns
• Enhanced self-image
• Improved physical function
• Weight management
• More energy