Food & Nutrition

This section provides trusted information to help families understand the basics of healthy eating.

You'll find guidance on balanced diets, portion sizes, fruit and vegetable intake and sugar, salt and fats, helping you make informed food choices for your family every day.

Looking for meal inspiration?

This section contains simple, affordable and family-friendly recipes, along with lunchbox ideas, healthier snack options and practical food swaps to help make everyday meals healthier and more enjoyable.

Develop confidence in the kitchen with practical cooking advice and food preparation skills.

Whether you're cooking on a budget, involving children in food preparation or trying to reduce food waste, these resources can help make cooking easier, safer and more enjoyable.

Explore interactive activities and learning resources designed to help children understand food, cooking and where food comes from.

These fun activities can be used at home to reinforce learning from the Eat Grow Thrive programme.

Find helpful tools, apps and expert advice to support making healthier choices. Topics include food budgeting, supermarket shopping, managing fussy eating and understanding portions sizes.

Discover local and national schemes that can help families access healthy food, cooking opportunities, nutrition support and community services.

These initiatives can provide practical support and connect families with resources available in their area.

Interested in learning more? These practical, community-based courses can help adults develop practical cooking, nutrition and food budgeting skills.

They are suitable for a range of experience levels and can help build confidence in making healthy lifestyle choices.