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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Sugar

Sugars can be found naturally in foods or added during processing. Read more about reducing sugar intake to help prevent some health conditions.

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Kilojoules

Kilojoules are a way to measure both the energy in food and drink and the energy the body uses. Find out more about kilojoules and how many you need.

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Salt and sodium

Salt is a compound made of sodium and chlorine. Excess salt in your diet can cause health complications. Learn how to lower your salt intake here.

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Food allergies in children

Does your family have a history of eczema, asthma, hay fever or food allergies? Learn about food allergies in children and how to spot a reaction.

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Allergic reactions to cow's milk

Allergic reactions to cow’s milk are very common. It is seen in about 1 in 50 infants. Learn more here about allergy to milk proteins.

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Food allergies

Some people are allergic to different types of food such as milk, eggs and wheat. Read here to find out more about living with food allergies.

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Junk food and your health

Eating junk food, and having sweet drinks, can lead to short and long-term health complications such as weight gain, diabetes and heart problems.

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Peanut allergy

Peanut allergy is common and can be life-threatening. Find out how to reduce the chance of having a severe allergic reaction to peanuts.

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Tree nut allergy

Tree nut allergy is when you have an allergic reaction after exposure to tree nuts. You might be allergic to one or more types of tree nuts.

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Food intolerance and testing

Food intolerances cause an upset stomach and affect your quality of life. They are not allergies. Read more about how they are diagnosed and treated.

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Gluten-free diet

Find out the importance of a gluten-free diet for people with coeliac disease and other conditions.

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Coeliac disease

People with coeliac disease can't eat foods containing gluten. Find out how coeliac disease can affect your life and why it's important to get diagnosed.

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Ultra-processed foods: what are they and which ones should I avoid?

Ultra-processed foods are ready-to-eat products made in factories, mostly, lacking the nutrients you need for good health. Here’s a list.

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Dietary fats

The body needs some fats and oils as part of a balanced diet. Some fats (unsaturated fats) are healthier than others (saturated and trans fats).

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Folate

Folate, also called folic acid, is needed by your body to grow and develop. It is especially important for pregnant women to get enough folate.

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Healthy eating for children

Healthy eating habits in children help them stay well and helps prevent illness. Learn about balanced diets, portion sizes and managing allergies.

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Vitamin D and your health

Vitamin D is important for our health. Read about sources of vitamin D – sunlight and foods – and what happens if we don’t get enough vitamin D.

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Foods high in iodine

Foods high in iodine include seafood, dairy food and packaged bread. Learn more about iodine and how to get enough iodine in your diet.

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Mouth and teeth

A healthy mouth is important to your overall health and for eating, drinking, breathing and speaking. Get tips for keeping your mouth healthy here.

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Egg allergy

Egg allergy usually starts in infancy, but most children grow out of it. Learn about the symptoms and diagnosis of egg allergy, and ways to avoid egg.

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Vitamin B and your health

The B vitamins are a group of vitamins needed for good health. Learn what the B vitamins do, and which foods are high in vitamin B.

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High blood pressure and how to lower it

You can lower your blood pressure with lifestyle changes and medicines. Get tips on controlling your blood pressure if you have hypertension.

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