Healthier Families is an initiative aimed at supporting families to lead healthier lifestyles, it used to be known as Change4Life. This programme provides resources, guidance, and support to help families make healthier choices in terms of diet, physical activity, and overall wellbeing. Key aspects of Healthier Families include:
Nutrition and diet
- Healthy eating: Information on balanced diets, portion sizes, and the benefits of various food groups.
- Recipes and meal Plans: Healthy, budget-friendly recipes and meal planning tips tailored for families.
- Sugar and salt reduction: Advice on reducing sugar and salt intake, including tips on reading food labels and choosing healthier alternatives.
Physical activity
- Healthy weight: How to check your child is healthy weight
- Exercise guidelines: Recommendations for physical activity levels for different age groups, including children and adults.
- Activity ideas: Fun and engaging physical activities for families to do together, both indoors and outdoors.
Lifestyle and wellbeing
- Mental health: Resources on maintaining good mental health, managing stress, and fostering emotional wellbeing within the family.
- Sleep: Tips for improving sleep hygiene and ensuring adequate rest for all family members.
- Screen time: Guidance on managing screen time and promoting a balanced use of technology.