Healthy Eating
Your teenage years are such an important time for growing and developing. Having a healthy and varied diet is really important to help make sure you receive all the energy and nutrients you need to concentrate at school and take part in sports and activities.
Healthy, active teenagers can have big appetites. It might be tempting to eat too many foods that are high in fat, sugar and salt but it is so important to eat well-balanced meals that help your body and brain to grow and develop.
Do you know all the different food groups?
- Fruit and vegetables
- Bread, rice and pasta
- Meat, fish and eggs
- Milk and butter
- Oil, salt and sugar
Which of these count as your five a day?
Yes or No?
No but they are a great source of protein
Yes or No?
Yes fresh, frozen or tinned all count
Yes or No?
Yes of course, fresh vegetables count
Yes or No?
Yes but choose versions lower in salt and sugar
Yes or No?
No, these don’t count but they are great sources of fibre
Yes or No?
Yes but a maximum 150ml, once a day
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