Lunch boxes are constantly in the press these days, is it healthy, isn’t it. As a parent it is hard to know. Today we want to help you with this and we look at why it is important that the lunch box is healthy. Why is it important that the lunch box is healthy? The…
There is so much in the media about having a healthy diet, eating our 5 a day, and ensuring the packed lunches we eat are healthy and nutritious.
Some of us are still left feeling a little confused as to what it all means. Here we look at these topics and we explain it all to you.
What should go in a healthy lunchbox every day?
I often get asked what should go in a healthy lunchbox every day? Below are just some of the key pointers to remember when packing a healthy lunchbox every day: Healthy Packed Lunches A healthy packed lunch should contain: At least one portion of fruit and one portion of vegetables Meat, fish or other source…
What is the portion size of your 5 a day?
Each of the following is considered to be one portion, and the aim is to have five of these a day: Fruit 1 medium apple 1 handful of grapes 1 medium glass of fruit juice 7 strawberries 3 whole dried apricots 1 medium banana 1 tablespoon of raisins Vegetable: 2 broccoli florets 3 heaped tablespoons…
Water – key facts you should know!
We are always told “You don’t drink enough water!” We all think we know about water, but do we? Today’s post is all about water – key facts we all should know. Once you have read this post, I hope you will start understanding why water is so important to us. Water – key facts Do you know why…
5 a day explained
What is the 5 a day? Five a day is a government initiative to encourage more fruit and vegetables to be eaten in the UK. Eating fruit and vegetables gives your body the right vitamins and minerals it needs to be healthy, so you look good on the outside, and feel good on the inside….