A balanced diet is important for everyone but particularly supports healthy growth and development in children. It also helps when recovering from an illness or injury.  

 

Encouraging your child to eat a wide variety of foods influences healthy food habits when they are older.

 

It is important to remember there are no good or bad foods. ​ The overall balance of a diet is what counts and in the right proportions.

 

​However, some foods are more likely to contribute towards health than others. ​

 

NHS Wales provides a range of advice of eating well, including their ‘Eatwell Guide’.

 

Check out these top tips to help you and your family ‘Eatwell’!

Eat/drink 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day

Eat/drink 3 portions of dairy & alternatives foods a day ​

Try to consumer at least 2 portions of proteins each day (3 if you’re vegetarian)

Avoid eating large amounts of food that are high in sugar or fat.

Remember to drink! It is recommended to drink 6-8 glasses of fluid each day. This includes: Water, Milk, Tea and Coffee (for adults).

 

For more information and for more tips on supporting your families’ health, visit The NHS Website.