THIS is the week the challenge really begins.​​

Week 1 of the 2023 Holiday Challenge is in the books–congratulations!

We hope you are finding the daily tips to be helpful so far. Eat smart and stay strong through Thanksgiving and the days that follow. You CAN do it!

In case you missed last week:

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Rules of the Game

The overall goal is to maintain your current weight

from now through New Year's Day.

• Weigh yourself each week. Tracking your weight is a proven weight management strategy. It is important to know your starting weight as it will keep you motivated and allow you to track your progress.

• Track what you eat and drink. By tracking what you consume each day, you can make sure that you're eating within your calorie goals to maintain your weight.

• Track your activity. Keep yourself motivated by tracking your activity each day. Every little bit adds up and seeing how much you've done can encourage you to do more.

• Make a plan. Personalize the tips, strategies and advice we send you each week to set your own plan for navigating the season. Figure out what works best for you. Share your plan with friends and family so they can be supportive of your goals.

Tracking information is for personal use only.

The Holiday Challenge team does not collect this information.

Week 2 Challenge

Check the Facts—the Nutrition Facts

Reading food labels can help you make healthy food choices. This week, challenge yourself to be a nutrition facts label reader—you might be surprised at what you discover! 

Did you know that the Nutrition Facts label was updated? Some of the changes include updated serving sizes; larger, bolder calories; and updated Daily Values and nutrient listings. It may seem overwhelming at first but the more you practice this skill the easier it will become. So, the next time you are in the grocery store or your own kitchen- practice, practice, practice! Check out our Reading Nutrition Labels blog for a step-by-step guide.

We would love to hear which ingredients you swapped in a holiday recipe.

Share your new healthy recipes on the private Facebook page.



Weekly Workout

Get moving with the Week #2 Workout!

**Disclaimer: Individuals should seek medical evaluation and clearance from their healthcare provider before beginning any exercise regimen. All activities should be carried out at a pace and intensity that is comfortable for the individual.**

Recipe Book

Pumpkin Mousse

Fresh Cranberry Orange Relish

Sweet Potato Casserole

The Holiday Challenge is provided by

Any resident of North Carolina can participate in the Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes program for $30 (a $430 value) if they meet eligibility criteria.

Classes launching January 2024. Learn More.

NC State Health Plan members may be able to participate in our other programs at no cost if the State Health Plan is your primary insurance. You will be asked to enter your BCBSNC/SHP subscriber ID#. During registration enter the voucher code:

Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less: GNC2024

Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less 2: GNC22024