Wellness Webinars
Join these virtual events monthly for easy ways to improve your mental and physical health. Discover nutritious recipes, get the inside scoop on topical health and safety issues, and learn more about taking care of your mind, not just your body, in these valuable sessions.
How To Sign Up
There are two ways to attend a Wellness Webinar:
- Click "Register" and complete the form at the link to receive reminder emails about the webinar of your choice. These emails will include a link to join the event.
- Avoid receiving reminder emails by attending without registering. Just click "Join" at the time of the webinar of your choice below.
Can't attend a webinar live? No problem. We post Wellness Webinar recordings in our "On-Demand" section within a few days of the event.
Need accommodation during a webinar? We offer closed captioning and additional accommodation during our Wellness Webinars for deaf and hard of hearing employees. Additionally, we offer a Spanish translation during these events. To request a sign language interpreter for an event or express interest in another language translation, email ncflex@nc.org.
Stay up-to-date on all upcoming Wellness Webinars! To ensure you're in the know about what's coming up, complete the form here.
Upcoming Webinars
April 23, 2024: Macronutrient Balance
You may have heard of balancing macros or macronutrients, but do you know what this means? Macronutrients – protein, carbs and fat – are equally important. In this free, statewide Worksite Wellness webinar, Katie Godin, RD, LDN from LifeStyle Medical Centers will discuss how to ensure your meals and snacks feature a balance of macronutrients and why doing so is beneficial. After a brief presentation, Katie will demonstrate how to make two macronutrient-balanced meals – Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup and Spicy Tuna Salad. The recipes will be shared with all who register for the event, so don't miss out.
Date | Time | Registration Link | Link to Join at date and time of event |
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April 23 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Register | Join |
May 14, 2024: Understanding Weight Loss Plateaus
Weight loss plateaus are a completely normal, yet confusing part of losing weight. Understanding why they happen and how to work through them can be crucial to continuing your weight loss journey. In this free, statewide Worksite Wellness webinar, Katie Godin, RD, LDN from LifeStyle Medical Centers will discuss setting appropriate weight management goals and how to work through those stubborn weight loss plateaus. After a brief presentation, Katie will demonstrate how to make a delicious Broccoli and Grape Salad to bring to your next cookout or gathering! The recipe will be shared with all who register for the event so don’t miss out.
Date | Time | Registration Link | Link to Join at date and time of event |
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May 14 | 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Register | Join |
Additional Upcoming Webinars:
June 25: Gut Health - Probiotics and Prebiotics
July 23: Mindful Eating Habits
August 20: Meal Planning Basics - Healthy, Convenient Meal Ideas
September 17: Bone and Joint Health
October 29: Understanding Sugar Cravings
November 19: Hypertension and the DASH Diet
December 10: A Healthy Mindset this Holiday Season
On-Demand
Access the most recent webinar below or view past sessions by clicking the playlist on the top right of the video screen.
Share Your Expertise
If you are a dietician, participate with the State Health Plan, and would like to provide a lunch and learn for NC state employees free of charge, please email your information to worksitewellness2@nc.gov.
Session Materials
The Importance of Fiber - March 2024
Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications for Managing Type 2 Diabetes - February 2024
Radon Awareness and Lung Cancer Risks - January 2024
Healthy Eating Tips for the Holidays - December 2023
Stress and Sleep - November 2023
How To Make Movement More Joyful - October 2023
Vitamins and Mineral Supplementation - August 2023
Grocery Store: Shopping Smart - May 2023
Intermittent Fasting - April 2023
Anti-Inflammatory Foods - March 2023
Cholesterol, Know Your Numbers! - February 2023
Radon Awareness - January 2023
Healthy Holidays - December 2022
Emotional Eating - October 2022
Breakfast Prep - September 2022
Protein Shakes and Smoothies - August 2022
Fruits and Veggies - July 2022
Travel Tips for a Healthy Summer - June 2022
Benefits of Mediterranean Cuisine - May 2022
Benefits of Plant-based Cuisine - April 2022
National Nutrition Month and World Flavors - March 2022
Basic Meal Prep and Heart Healthy Cooking Demo - February 2022
Meal Prepping and Goal Setting for Work Lunches - January 2022
The Importance of Diabetes Handouts (March 2024)
Managing Diabetes Handouts (Feb. 2024)
Dental Care Handouts (Feb. 2024)
Stress and Sleep Handouts (Nov. 2023)
Basic Meal Prep and Heart Healthy Demo - Q&A (Feb. 2022)
Meal Prepping and Goal Setting for Work Lunches - Q&A (Jan. 2022)
Below you'll find the follow-up emails for each event, which contain links or documents to the corresponding recipes.
March 2024 - Overnight Oats and Chia Seed Pudding
February 2024 - Chicken Fajita Bowl
January 2024 - Cucumber, Chickpea and Feta Salad
December 2023 - No-Sugar-Added Sweet Potato Casserole
November 2023 - Pumpkin Zucchini Bread
October 2023 - Low-Sugar Protein Bars
September 2023 - Chicken and Spinach Soup with Fresh Pesto
August 2023 - Superfood Chopped Salmon Salad
May 2023 - Lemon Cheesecake Yogurt Cups
April 2023 - Mustard Maple Pork Tenderloin Recipe
March 2023 - Charred Shrimp Pesto Quinoa Bowls
February 2023 - Lentil Burgers
December 2022 - Roasted Cauli 'N Cheese and Creamy Apple + Pear Salad
November 2022 - Balsamic Thyme Meatballs, Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad and Lemon (No Bake) Cheesecake
October 2022 - No Flour Black Bean Brownies
September 2022 - Rainbow Frittata
August 2022 - Raspberry Peach Mango Smoothie Bowl
July 2022 - Watermelon+Cucumber+Feta Salad and Summer Zucchini Salad
June 2022 - Broccoli-Bacon Salad and Creamy Red Potato Salad
May 2022 - Greek Turkey Burgers
April 2022 - Spaghetti Squash Lasagna
February 2022 - Walnut-Rosemary Crusted Salmon and Roasted Veggies
January 2022 - Sweet and Sour Chicken
December 2021 - Green Bean Casserole Salad and Paleo Apple Crisp