Raleigh, NC -- Choosing healthy foods at the grocery store can be difficult and the state is stepping in to help consumers.
Using a series of web videos NC Public Health Officials are hoping to improve your shopping experience and your diet.
"Aisle by Aisle: Choosing Foods Wisely" is a series of 12 online videos was produced by The NC Division of Public Health and the NC Cooperative Extension that promotes healthy eating and shares tips like reading nutrition labels.
"Most people know they should eat a healthy diet to prevent disease and promote good health, but there is still a gap between what we know and what we do," said Dr. Ruth Petersen, chief of the Chronic Disease and Injury Section in the Division of Public Health. "The videos provide great take-along messages with specific information about how to make smart choices for yourself and your family."
Each of these two minute videos comes with a free tip sheet targetted for healthy items in each isle of the store.
You can watch the videos at eatsmartmovemore.com.