Kern County, CA

Most people eat a lot of meals away from home. That’s why it’s important to have healthy choices at local restaurants.

Did you know Kern County has the highest rate of death from diabetes in California? Many residents have health problems like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Eating better food can help prevent these problems. Healthy food helps your heart, keeps your blood sugar balanced, and gives your body what it needs to stay strong.

Here’s how eating healthy helps:

• Heart Health: Healthy fats (like from fish and nuts) can lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure.
• Type 2 Diabetes: Eating fewer sugary foods and keeping a healthy weight lowers your risk.
• Cancer: Eating lots of whole foods, not too many processed foods, and staying a healthy weight can help.
• Obesity: Nutritious meals help you feel full longer and stop you from overeating.

Certified Healthy helps you find local places that care about your health. These restaurants are proud to offer better choices for you and your family. Choosing healthy food helps everyone in our community stay well.

Want to see which restaurants are Certified Healthy? Download the Safe Diner App!

It’s a free app that shows you nearby restaurants, their health inspection scores, and which ones are Certified Healthy. Just click the “Certified Healthy” button in the app to find better food choices near you.

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Certified Healthy Schools celebrates schools in Kern County that serve healthy, tasty meals to students every day.

Some schools go even further with fun and creative meals — those schools are recognized as Certified Healthy Schools Gold.

Why It Matters

Healthy school meals help kids:

• Build good habits that can last a lifetime
• Grow strong with the right nutrients for their bones and brains
• Focus and learn better in the classroom
• Stay healthy and avoid problems like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease
• Learn by example from teachers and adults who eat healthy, too
• Enjoy food and feel good about what they eat

Certified Healthy Schools proudly display a sticker on their grade card to show their support for healthy eating in Kern County. 

Let’s keep helping our kids grow up strong, smart, and healthy!