Welcome to the healthy eating area of the Food – a fact of life website. Explore healthy eating and nutrition resources for children and young people aged 3 to16 years. Food – a fact of life provides evidence-based teaching resources, activities and practical ideas to help educators teach healthy eating, nutrition and a balanced diet.
The resources can be used as part of food and nutrition education or across the wider curriculum, and adapted to suit different ages, abilities and teaching needs.
Teaching about healthy eating
The healthy eating area includes adaptable teaching materials suitable for:
- Early years settings
- Primary schools
- Secondary schools
- Home learning
- Extra-curricular clubs and enrichment activities
The healthy eating resources help pupils understand:
- The importance of a balanced diet
- Food groups and nutrition
- The Eatwell Guide
- Hydration and healthy drinks
- Food labels and informed food choices
- The relationship between food and health
- Healthy lifestyles and wellbeing
Practical activities encourage pupils to apply their knowledge through cooking, tasting, investigating food and making healthier choices in everyday life.
