Let's make Charleston the healthiest city in the Southeast!
Let's make Charleston the healthiest city in the Southeast
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Helping Charlestonians live a healthy lifestyle
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Growing Your Own Food

Learn how to grow fresh produce for yourself and the community at local community gardens in Charleston

When You Eat

Grilled Fish Tacos Copy

Quick and easy fish tacos combine simple ingredients for a flavor-packed meal.

Featured Event

February

22

2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk

Walk and fundraiser hosted by the American Heart Association to support heart health in the Lowcountry

John J. Tecklenburg, Mayor of Charleston, SC

A Message From our Mayor

Welcome to Lighten Up Charleston!

The health of each of our residents is essential to the quality of life of our city and region. As Augusten Burroughs once said, “When you have your health, you have everything. When you do not have your health, nothing else matters at all.”

I want to congratulate you on taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re on this website because you want to lose weight, find a group to exercise with or learn healthy recipes, you will find many community resources to help you reach your goal. Together, we can Lighten Up!

William Cogswell, Mayor