Diet, behaviour and learning in children
Giving your child regular meals, and a healthy, well-balanced diet helps their development, mental wellbeing and physical health.
Fat facts
Fats are an important part of the diet; they provide the body with energy and with some important vitamins.
Fruit and vegetables – how to get five-a-day
By eating at least five portions of a variety of fruits and vegetables a day, you will not only look and feel better, but you will give your body many essential nutrients that it needs to maintain your overall long-term health.
Folic Acid
This Food Fact Sheet will tell you all about folic acid – which foods are good sources, how much you need, and who should take supplements.
Pregnancy and diet
Pregnancy is a good time to think about what you’re eating. What you eat now will help your baby to grow healthily and give them the best start in life and help you to feel your best. This food Fact Sheet will help you make those good food choices.
Breastfeeding - what are the benefits?
This Food Fact Sheet provides information about how to breastfeed your baby and explains the benefits of breastfeeding.
Suitable milks for children with cow's milk allergy
If your child is allergic to cows milk, it is very important to replace it with a milk alternative that will provide the same nutrition.
Complementary feeding (weaning)
Introducing new foods at the right time will help your baby develop and grow into a healthy child.