Is the talk about food and diets in the media making you or your family worried or confused about what you are eating? You may worry more if your child has a ‘sweet tooth’. From all this talk in the home and even at school, children may start to worry about what they are eating. Read more

Tooth decay is one of the most common childhood diseases but it is preventable. Read about our top tips for a healthy mouth healthy body.

If you are of childbearing age, you are being encouraged to eat more folate containing foods. Read more

Including nuts among your food choices does have health benefits.  Nuts are naturally full of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, healthy fats, protein and fibre … and they’re delicious. This makes them a perfect snack food. There are many types, all with their own unique taste and texture. A daily serve of nuts is about a small handful (30 grams). Dry roasted or raw nuts without added salt and sugar are a more nutritious choice. For yummy ideas for adding nuts into your day read more

A positive body image is about respecting your body whatever its shape, size or colour. It is important to enjoy what your body can do and feel, because when we feel good about our body, we are more likely to care for it. Studies show the way parents feel and talk about bodies and eating has a big impact on their child’s self-esteem and feelings about their own body. To grow healthy and strong children need to feel good about themselves. By taking care in what we say and do as parents and caregivers, we can teach our children to be confident in their own body. Read more