Eating well can help prevent weight gain (or aid weight loss) and reduce the risk of major illness such as heart disease or cancer. It may not mean giving up your favourite foods completely - just including them in a well balanced diet.
In 2001 the Food Standards Agency produced guidelines for eating well. The Balance of Good Health recommends.
Enjoy your food
Eat a variety of different foods
Eat the right amount to be a healthy weight
Eat plenty of foods rich in starch and fibre
Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables
Don't eat too many foods that contain a lot of fat
Don't have sugary food and drink too often
If you drink alcohol, drink sensibly
Providing support for those who want to eat well is a key element of Energise Knowsley!, the strategy to prevent and treat obesity in the Borough. The Energise Knowsley! website is under construction. Check the link below for progress or telephone the free helpline on 0800 027 0272.
Veggie Van
The Veggie Van is a not-for-profit scheme selling fresh fruit and veg in areas with few or no shops. The Van has a programme of stops and also delivers orders to homes or community venues. Click on the link below to find out more.
HealthInK GO >>Eat Well Website
Eatwell is a website packed with reliable and practical advice about healthy eating, understanding food labels and how what we eat can affect our health. Follow the link below to the Eat Well website.
Eat Well GO >>British Meat Nutrition Education Service
Follow the link below for information on a variety of foods, essential nutrients and enjoying a healthy lifestyle.
British Meat Nutrition Education Service GO >>