My diet

A 'balanced diet' means a diet that includes a combination of several different food groups. These food groups include grains and pulses, fresh fruit and veg, meat or meat-free alternatives, dairy products, and fats and oils. Try to eat something from each of these groups every day (except fats, oils and sweets, which should always be eaten sparingly).

Did you know?

The risk of some cancers is lower in people who eat lots of vegetables, fruit and foods high in fibre and maintain a healthy weight.

A healthy, balanced diet can help you to:

• Grow and develop properly
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Keep energy levels high
• Keep your bone mass strong and healthy
• Keep you smiling by preventing dental decay
• Reduce the risk of getting ill

Recipes

Using a recipe is a great way to learn more about food and meal preparation. Download our fabulous recipe book [PDF, 2.5 MB - large file] and have a go at making healthy homemade houmous, fun fruit kebabs, perfect veggie pasta, healthy carrot cake and a marvellous Macmillan smoothie.

Did you know?

Whole-grain breads, cereals, rice, and pasta have more fibre, vitamins, and minerals than their white-flour counterparts (white bread, regular pasta, etc) because they have undergone less processing.