Eat Well – Top Tips 

  • Eating breakfast gets the day off to a good start 
  • Enjoy a variety of foods and eat together when you can 
  • Eat 3 meals a day with healthy snacks in between 
  • Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables 
  • Limit foods and drinks high in fat, sugar and salt – especially when choosing snacks 
  • Be mindful of portion sizes 
  • Stay hydrated - milk and water are the best drinks to have

Links to further information: 

Eatwell Guide - shows how much of what we eat overall should come from each food group to achieve a healthy, balanced diet.

Healthy Eating for Children: Food Facts – key nutrition messages for parents. 

Breakfast Ideas – Breakfast tips from Fit4Fun Families. 

Lunch Ideas – Ideas for a healthy lunch from Fit4Fun Families. 

Snack Ideas – Snack suggestions from Fit4Fun Families. 

Eat Well, Spend Less – Ideas from the British Dietetic Association on keeping costs down while eating well. 

Food Standards Scotland – Healthy Eating – A wide range of nutrition topics and practical tips for eating well.