Nutrition education at the workplace

Abstract

Since nutrition is an essential component for health, nutrition education should play an important ongoing role in every company health program. Nutrition education should be provided through the carefully coordinated efforts of the dietetic, food service, and nursing personnel. Because of the unique relationship with employees, the occupational health nurse is central to these efforts, and serves as a powerful role model with respect to nutrition attitudes and practices. An effective nutrition education program at the workplace will enhance the company health program and make an invaluable positive contribution toward employee performance and well-being.