In the kitchen

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With busy lives and lots of things to do, it can be difficult to find the time and energy to make healthier changes.

The advice we provide is about making small manageable changes that can fit around your life
  • If you don’t normally cook from scratch, don’t worry about cooking every night straight away
  • Making healthier changes to one meal a week is better than getting frustrated and giving up if you try too much
  • Think about your week – will there be days where you will be too tired to cook or have too much on?
  • Plan for something from the freezer on those days, or cook something in advance

Think about the types of meals you and your family like to eat, we have provided tips on how to make these meals healthier.

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Equipment

Tools for getting started in the kitchen.

Food cupboard

Ingredients for getting started in the kitchen.

Making meals and snacks healthier

It can be easier than you think to make a meal or snack a little bit healthier.

Making up your plate

How to make the foods that make up your plate a little bit healthier.

Portion sizes

The amount of food you need depends on lots of things.

Healthier and cheaper ways to cook

Cooking foods a certain way can make them healthier and save you time and money.

Cook-along videos

Find videos here on how to make tasty and healthy soups, meals and desserts.

Making a change

How to make small, manageable changes to what you eat and drink.

Make a change