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- Water – a vital nutrient
Water is essential for the human body to function.
- Breastfeeding and your diet
Breastfeeding women need to eat regularly and include a wide variety of healthy foods in their diet.
- Eating tips for preschoolers
Children are able to decide how much food they need for activity and growth, if allowed to eat according to their appetite.
- Food processing and nutrition
Careful cooking and storage will help retain the nutrients in your food.
- Vegetarian and vegan eating
A well-planned vegetarian or vegan diet can meet nutritional needs during all stages of life.
- Soft drinks, juice and sweet drinks – limit intake
Consumption of drinks containing added sugar is associated with weight gain, reduced bone strength and tooth erosion and decay.
- Cancer and food
Diet can influence your risk of developing some cancers, but there is no evidence that specific foods can cause or cure cancer.
- Vitamin and mineral supplements - what to know
Vitamin and mineral supplements are frequently misused and taken without professional advice. Find out more about vitamin and mineral supplements and where to get advice.
- Food and your life stages
The nutritional requirements of the human body change as we move through different life stages.
- Food labels
Food labels carry useful information to help you make good choices about food.