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Healthy lifestyle

This section provides useful information and tips on how to lead a healthy life through healthy eating habits, regular exercise and a balanced lifestyle.

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Healthy eating

Get healthy eating tips and advice, such as good foods swaps, and how to follow a balanced diet and reduce your sugar intake.

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Vitamins and minerals

Find out about the vitamins and minerals that are essential for your health, where you can find them and when you may need to take supplements.

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FoodSwitch App

The FoodSwitch app works by using your mobile phone camera to scan the barcode of a packaged food. It then uses science-based algorithms to calculate and then display simple nutrition profiles of the food.

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How to eat healthily on a budget

Simple budget-friendly tips to help meet your nutritional needs.

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How to meet your iron needs - infographic

Need help getting enough iron? Check out this infographic to ensure you get an adequate iron intake with a balanced diet.

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Changes to your appetite

Eating more or less than usual, and gaining or losing weight suddenly may be a sign you need to see a doctor. Learn more on why your appetite changes.

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Scurvy

Scurvy affects people who do not get enough vitamin C. Learn about causes, symptoms, treatments, and how changes to your diet can prevent scurvy.

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How to read food labels

Food labels contain detailed nutrition information about packaged foods. Learn how to make informed decisions when shopping for food for your family.

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Garcinia cambogia

Garcinia cambogia is a tropical fruit with claims to help weight loss. Separate myth from facts and follow links to other ways of managing weight.

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