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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.  

Use a meat thermometer. 

Cooking for a crowd can be challenging. The key is planning ahead.

If you buy convenience food that needs to be heated remember to check the Use by date, store the food in your fridge, check for damaged packaging and don’t reheat leftovers after cooking.

Help keep school lunches cool and safe by following these tips

What's the difference? Treat Best Before as a guideline and Use By as a deadline

Knowing how to get the best out your freezer helps with meal planning and avoiding food waste. 

Most frozen foods need to be defrosted before cooking, and some, such as berries, must be cooked before eating.