Healthy Eating Info

Food Facts...

• Starchy foods give us the energy we need to work and play all day.
  
  
  
  
• Athletes want lots of starch in their diets to keep them going for longer!
  
  
  
  
• Fruit and vegetables are brimming with fibre, vitamins and minerals which are all important for you to eat as they help you to fight off illness and stay healthy!
  
  
  
  
• Fish is a great source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals. It's great for our health and can reduce heart disease
  
  
  
  
• We should all try to eat less fatty and sugary foods. But its not all bad because fat allows vitamins A, D, E and K through your body! Remember to eat sparingly though (not too much!) and try to eat healthier foods instead!
  
  
  
  
• Don't add salt to your food. The chances are there is already enough in what you're eating!
  Breakfast is a very important meal. It gives us energy to start the day and can provide important nutrients too!
  
  
  
  

Hygiene Facts...

• Use separate chopping boards for veg, fruit and raw meat
• Always keep food items covered up
• Always store cooked and raw foods separately
• Clean all equipment, utensils and kitchen surfaces thoroughly
• Always check the sell by dates on your ingredients before using them