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The Food Groups

Before embarking on a healthy, balanced diet, it’s useful to know your food groups:

Carbohydrates

Found in pasta, cereals and potatoes, carbs have a bad reputation, but they’re crucial for energy.

Fats

Not all fats are the same. Unsaturated ‘good’ fats found in oils, nuts and fish are great for your hair, skin and satiety, while saturated ‘bad’ fats, like those lurking in processed foods, can clog up the arteries.

Protein

Found in meat, poultry, dairy, fish and pulses, protein is important for muscle repair, particularly after exercising.

MINERALS & VITAMINS

Minerals

These help us release energy from food. Look for them in fruits, vegetables and fish.

Vitamins

Lots of vitamins from fresh fruits and vegetables aid concentration and help maintain healthy bones, teeth and skin.

These apps will help you maintain a balanced, healthy diet, and they’re all available for free:

MyFitnessPal (iOs and Android): Track your daily calorie intake by scrolling through the database to see what you’re eating and when.

Meal Planner Pal (iOs and Android): Organise your healthy eating recipes and the app will compile a shopping list of all the ingredients that you’ll need.

Carbodroid (Android): Set a daily goal for water intake and chart your progress.