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To make sure an alternative to a diary product is a healthy equivalent, it’s important to check its nutrition label to make sure it is a good source of protein, is unsweetened and is fortified with calcium.  

A foodborne illness is caused by consuming a food or drink that is contaminated by bacteria, viruses or parasites.

Vegan does not mean allergen-free so always treat vegan food as if it was any other food. If you have an intolerance or allergy check labels and ingredients.  

To avoid food poisoning from bacteria like Listeria, heat ready meals until they are steaming hot all the way through. Only heat them once.

People with a lactose intolerance don’t have enough of the enzyme lactase that helps digest milk.

Christmas dinner can feel like a lot, but a bit of planning will help you spend more time enjoying the day instead of rushing around in the kitchen. Plan, prep, and organise early so you can relax and enjoy the day with your family.

Planning your Christmas dinner food shop is the best way to stay budget-friendly, keep costs down, and have the right amount of food. Start by using our Christmas dinner food calculator to work out what size turkey you need and how much food to buy for the number of guests you have.

Many more of us are choosing to eat a vegetarian diet nowadays, whether for health or environmental reasons. So even if you’re not a vegetarian yourself it’s very likely that you’ll find yourself catering for a vegetarian friend or family member on Christmas day.