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Eating Well
Canada's food guide recommends eating a wide variety of foods in the right proportions to stay healthy.
This page is a great way of learning about what makes up a balanced diet, and getting some ideas of healthy and nutritious meals for the whole family. However, people with special dietary needs or a medical condition should speak to their doctor or a registered dietitian for advice.
The Eatwell Guide says that to have a healthy, balanced diet, people should try to:
- eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day
- base their meals on higher fibre starchy foods like potatoes, bread, rice or pasta
- have some dairy or dairy alternatives (such as soya drinks)
- eat some beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat and other protein
- choose unsaturated oils and spreads, and eat them in small amounts
- drink plenty of water (at least 6 to 8 glasses a day)
If you're having foods and drinks that are high in fat, salt and sugar, have these less often and in small amounts.
Need to lose weight?
Around 35% of Canadian adults are classified as overweight (Canadian Government.,2021).Check whether you're a healthy weight using the BMI calculator below.
If you need to lose weight, there are a number of things you can do. The resources below are useful guides to give you more information and help you embark on this journey.
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Mind
Find out more about how you can take steps to look after your mind, and how to get support if you need it.
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Body
Staying physically well helps you get more out of life for longer. Learn about making healthy changes.
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Life
Social well-being stems from belonging and inclusion. Learn about making small changes to improve.
Exercise is the key not only to physical health but to peace of mind.”