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  • Most people do not need food supplements – their diets provide all the nutrients they need. However, there are some exceptions.

  • safefood has advice and support for those with a food allergy or intolerance.

    If you need dietary advice for a medical condition, please consult a medical professional.

  • Your body needs lots of different nutrients to stay healthy. That means eating a variety of foods from each of the main food groups.

  • Fruit and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. In general, the more you can eat the better.

  • Wholemeal cereal and breads, potatoes, pasta and rice

  • Dairy foods are a great source of calcium, protein and vitamins. Calcium is needed to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

  • Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, pulses, beans and nuts are rich in protein.

  • We all need some fats in our diet to stay healthy. They provide energy and some vitamins. Eating too much or the wrong types of fat can be unhealthy. 

  • Treat foods are those that contain little or no nutritional value, but harmful amounts of salt, fat and sugar.

  • Children need lots of different nutrients to stay healthy. The amounts of food a young child eats changes every day and at every meal depending on their needs. Taller, older children and children who are more active will eat more.



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