Following the release of targeted nutrition resources for people working in transport, warehousing and logistics by Healthy Heads in Trucks & Sheds (Healthy Heads) late last year, promotional materials have now been developed to help promote the information packages, posters, infographics, recipes and social media tiles created in collaboration with the National Nutrition Foundation. These materials include copy designed for easy sharing online, helping to educate, raise awareness and inspire everyone in the industry – including colleagues, mates and even family – to make healthier food and drink choices.
These resources are especially valuable for truck drivers and warehouse team members, who are no strangers to long hours, varying shifts and hard work, which can make it tempting to eat and drink whatever is quickest to grab – like a pie, some chips or a sugary snack. One important message in our nutrition program and promotional resources is that grabbing a ready-made sandwich or wrap with lean meats and salad from the servo fridge is not only healthier, but just as easy. This is an important message to share because not only will it remind you and your workmates to grab healthier food choices even when you are on the go, but healthier choices also help everyone stay energised, alert, safe and performing at their best.
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The promotional resources and social media assets aren’t just about swapping fatty foods and sugary treats for healthier alternatives. Some of the key lessons you’ll learn from these resources are the things you can do to create a tea room that supports healthy eating, how to read food labels to ensure you are actually making a healthier choice and tips for reaching your hydration goals which can help fight fatigue on the road. Even better, the social media tiles and the copy provided break the information down into bite-sized, easy-to-understand pieces of advice that you can follow the next time you’re looking at a fridge, freezer or shelf. Then, if you want more information, readers can simply click the link in the copy, which directs you to a more in-depth poster.
Don’t forget that Healthy Heads also has a bunch of other great nutrition resources. One of these is the bp Healthier Choices Menu, which you’ll find at 32 bp sites. It’s perfect for truck drivers on the go, offering freshly cooked meals 24/7, all rated green based on the Victorian government’s Healthy Choices food guide. And the best part? If you’re using the Healthy Heads app, you’ll get an instant $5 discount on selected items from the menu. So, next time you pull into a participating bp truck stop, why not grab a healthier choice instead?
Our Nutrition in Sheds pilot program is designed to bring healthy food options into sheds and warehouses, ensuring that wherever you work, you have access to meals that fuel both your body and mind throughout the day. Additionally, we’re collaborating with Be Fit Food, offering a discount code following the results of an eye-opening trial, which showed that access to pre prepared, dietitian-designed meals can help truck drivers and warehouse team members lose weight as well as improve their health and quality of life. These meals and snacks are simple to pre-order, can be delivered to home and taken on the road or packed for easy healthy meals at work.
The reason for this focus on nutrition in the sector is that Healthy Heads is all about supporting people to make better, healthier food choices for themselves and their businesses. The link between food and mood is clear – good physical health, of which nutrition is key, is critical to good mental health. That’s why we partner with the National Nutrition Foundation, bp, and Be Fit Food, who all care about making a difference when it comes to the food and drink that people in the industry have access to and consume. We want everyone in the sector to feel good, both physically and mentally, which is why we ask that you share these resources with your friends, family and workmates. When you’re on the road, it’s easy to feel disconnected, but by promoting our resources on social media, you’ll not only connect with your mates, but also help drive positive change in the industry.
To access our social tiles, accompanying copy and other nutritional resources, head to the ‘Nutrition Resources’ section on the Healthy Heads website.
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