Healthy Eating
⭐ MasteredA balanced diet includes fruit, vegetables, protein, grains and dairy. Eat sweets only occasionally.
Eating a rainbow of colours gives you lots of vitamins.
All about Healthy Eating
A balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs to grow, think and move. It includes plenty of fruit and vegetables, protein from foods like beans, eggs, fish or meat, wholegrain foods such as oats and brown rice, and some dairy or dairy alternatives for calcium.
Sweets, fizzy drinks and crisps are fine as occasional treats, but they should not fill most of your plate. Try to eat a variety of colours from fruit and vegetables, drink water and eat regular meals so you do not get too hungry.
🎮 Try it yourself!
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Real-life uses of Healthy Eating
- Packing a lunchbox with fruit, a sandwich and yoghurt
- Choosing water or milk instead of fizzy drinks
- Cooking simple meals with vegetables and beans
Frequently asked questions about Healthy Eating
How many portions of fruit and vegetables should I eat?
The NHS recommends at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day. Fresh, frozen, tinned and dried all count.
Can I still eat sweets?
Yes, in small amounts as a treat. A balanced diet is about eating most foods most of the time.
Should I go on a diet?
Children should not diet without advice. Growing bodies need enough food, so talk to a doctor or dietitian if you have concerns about your weight.