Healthy eating

Learn how to prepare and cook food safely at home.

Learn how to keep your hot and cold foods separate and shop safely for food.

Learn how to store food safely in your fridge at home.

Cockroaches prefer to live in kitchens and other food preparation areas, so they can feed off food spills

In a gas or electricity blackout you may have to think laterally to come up with ways to continue bathing, eating and keeping warm.

People who fish in the Lower Yarra and Maribyrnong rivers need to be careful about eating their catch because of the risk of chemical exposure.

Check the ‘use-by’ or ‘best-before’ date when you buy food.

Listeria infection is uncommon but very dangerous for the elderly, people whose immune systems are not working properly and pregnant women and their unborn babies.

You can minimise the risk of food poisoning by taking simple precautions.

After a fire, smoke and other contaminants from burning materials can potentially affect food.

To enjoy eggs safely – buy clean, keep cool and cook well.

High-risk food should be kept at 5 °C or below, and above 60 °C to avoid the temperature danger zone and food poisoning.

In the hot weather there is a higher risk of food poisoning but if you follow some simple rules when you prepare, handle and store food it will significantly reduce your risk of getting sick.

Food poisoning is a real risk when taking food outside the home, especially in warmer weather.

Most foods should be cooked to at least 75 °C to minimise the risk of food poisoning.

If you have any doubt about the safety of food when you’re out, don’t eat it.

When you shop, choose, pack and transport food carefully.

FSANZ's role is to protect the health and safety of people in Australia and New Zealand by maintaining a safe food supply.

Washing your hands with soap and warm water can help stop the spread of infectious diseases.

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.

Meat and poultry are a great source of protein and lots of other nutrients your body needs. Check your recommended intake of meat and poultry and try to stick with it.

Mushrooms are a type of fungus. Australia has many varieties of wild-growing fungi, many of which are edible. However, a few types are poisonous or even deadly.

If you use pesticides to control pests around the house, make sure you use as little as possible.

The glycaemic index (GI) can be a useful tool to control blood sugar levels.

Animal products and processed foods like fried fast food are generally high in saturated fats.

A diet high in fibre keeps the digestive system healthy.

Some foods include ingredients that have been genetically modified (GM), or are made using ingredients derived from GM organisms.

The long-term effects of consuming a combination of different additives in our food are currently unknown.

Food irradiation can kill insects, moulds and bacteria, but it cannot kill viruses.

Food labels carry useful information to help you make good choices about food.

The nutrient value of food is almost always altered by the kind of processing it undergoes. Careful cooking and storage will help retain the nutrients in your food.

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Meat and poultry are a great source of protein and lots of other nutrients your body needs. Check your recommended intake of meat and poultry and try to stick with it.

Pregnant women and young children should limit consumption of fish that contain high levels of mercury.

Chemicals such as pesticides, antibiotics and hormones are used to boost food production and ensure adequate food supply.

Protein is found in animal and plant foods. Learn more about protein foods, how much protein you need each day based on your life stage.

Too much sodium (salt) can cause high blood pressure and many other health conditions.

Too much sugar in the diet can contribute to health problems, so limit foods and drinks with high amounts of added sugar.

Learn all about alcohol - includes standard drink size, health risks and effects, how to keep track of your drinking, binge drinking, how long it takes to leave the body, tips to lower intake.

Common cereal foods include bread, breakfast cereals and pasta.

Dairy products (and dairy alternatives) are packed with calcium, protein and lots of other essential nutrients.

Animal products and processed foods like fried fast food are generally high in saturated fats.

A diet high in fibre keeps the digestive system healthy.

Eating two or more serves of fish per week can reduce the risk of a range of diseases including dementia, depression and cardiovascular disease.

Eating fruit and vegetables can help protect against some diseases including diabetes and some cancers.

Use herbs to enhance the flavour of virtually any dish, including desserts.

Did you know lunch is just as important as breakfast? In other words, don’t skip lunch: you need it every day!

Meat and poultry are a great source of protein and lots of other nutrients your body needs. Check your recommended intake of meat and poultry and try to stick with it.

Milk is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, particularly calcium.

Nuts are a healthy food and a good source of protein and healthy fats.

Organic foods are farmed in a more environmentally sustainable way than conventional foods.

Protein is found in animal and plant foods. Learn more about protein foods, how much protein you need each day based on your life stage.

Encourage children to drink and enjoy water. Sweet drinks such as juice, cordial and soft drinks may cause health problems for children if consumed in large amounts.

Consumption of drinks containing added sugar is associated with weight gain, reduced bone strength and tooth erosion and decay.

Soybeans and soy foods may reduce the risk of a range of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease and some cancers, as well as improving bone health.

Water is essential for the human body to function.

No special diet or 'miracle food' can cure arthritis, but some conditions may be helped by avoiding or including certain foods.

It is important to identify any foods or food chemicals that may trigger your asthma, but this must be done under strict medical supervision.

Diet can influence your risk of developing some cancers, but there is no evidence that specific foods can cause or cure cancer.

Replacing foods that contain saturated fats with foods that contain polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats will help to lower your cholesterol.

Coeliac disease is an immune disease caused by gluten.

Healthy eating for people with diabetes is no different than for everyone else.

A diet low in saturated fats and high in fibre and plant food can substantially reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

Food allergy is an immune response, while food intolerance is a chemical reaction.

What we eat affects our physical health and our mood and mental wellbeing.

You can minimise the risk of food poisoning by taking simple precautions.

The health of your gut microbiome impacts both your physical and mental health.

Weight loss is often associated with Huntington's disease, but it doesn?t appear to be a direct result of diet.

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Did you know lunch is just as important as breakfast? In other words, don’t skip lunch: you need it every day!

Good nutrition during pregnancy can help to keep you and your developing baby healthy.

Body mass index or BMI is an approximate measure of your total body fat.

If you eat and enjoy fruit and vegetables every day, your child may eventually follow your lead.

Dairy products (and dairy alternatives) are packed with calcium, protein and lots of other essential nutrients.

A kilojoule is a unit of measure of energy, in the same way that kilometres measure distance.

What we eat affects our physical health and our mood and mental wellbeing.

FSANZ's role is to protect the health and safety of people in Australia and New Zealand by maintaining a safe food supply.

The health of your gut microbiome impacts both your physical and mental health.

Healthy eating information including major food groups, daily serve guidelines by age and what to include in a healthy diet.

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Did you know lunch is just as important as breakfast? In other words, don’t skip lunch: you need it every day!

Meat and poultry are a great source of protein and lots of other nutrients your body needs. Check your recommended intake of meat and poultry and try to stick with it.

Your metabolism is influenced by your age, gender, muscle-to-fat ratio, the food you eat, physical activity and hormone function.

As you become older, the foods and drinks that make up a healthy diet for you may be slightly different from when you were younger.

Victorian State Nutritionist, Veronica Graham says to limit your intake of sugar-sweetened drinks, they are not needed and may cause you harm.

Breastmilk or commercial infant formula is necessary for all babies less than 12 months.

Breastfeeding women need to eat regularly and include a wide variety of healthy foods in their diet.

Dairy products (and dairy alternatives) are packed with calcium, protein and lots of other essential nutrients.

There are a number of ways that a person with a disability can successfully avoid unwanted weight loss.

Offer children the same foods as the family, with a variety of textures and flavours for balanced nutrition.

Children are able to decide how much food they need for activity and growth, if allowed to eat according to their appetite.

Snacks are an important part of a healthy diet for active children, so offer nutritious as well as high energy snacks.

Children have a natural ability to sense when they are hungry and when they are full.

The nutritional requirements of the human body change as we move through different life stages.

First foods for babies can be prepared easily and cheaply at home without salt, seasonings and sweeteners.

Keeping chickens as pets can be a rewarding experience, especially for children. However, chickens and other poultry can carry germs such as Salmonella, even when they appear healthy and clean.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Kilojoule labelling is now on the menu of large food chain businesses – both in-store and online.

Did you know lunch is just as important as breakfast? In other words, don’t skip lunch: you need it every day!

Nutrition needs differ with gender and age

Your healthy diet will need to meet your unique physical needs, fit with your lifestyle, and reduce your risk of disease.

As you become older, the foods and drinks that make up a healthy diet for you may be slightly different from when you were younger.

Good nutrition during pregnancy can help to keep you and your developing baby healthy.

If you restrict yourself to a narrow range of foods, your child will notice and copy your wariness.

Encourage children to drink and enjoy water. Sweet drinks such as juice, cordial and soft drinks may cause health problems for children if consumed in large amounts.

People who skip breakfast may lack sufficient vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, zinc and vitamin B2.

If you lack the time or motivation to cook, try these tips.

Food labels carry useful information to help you make good choices about food.

In many cases, favourite recipes can be modified so they have a lower fat content. Discover healthy eating tips and recipe suggestions.

Healthy eating information including major food groups, daily serve guidelines by age and what to include in a healthy diet.

Did you know lunch is just as important as breakfast? In other words, don’t skip lunch: you need it every day!

Victorian State Public Health Nutritionist Veronica Graham takes us shopping for the right foods to include in your child's lunchbox.

Victorian State Public Health Nutritionist Veronica Graham shares three healthy and delicious lunchbox examples for the kids and provides some great food preparation tips to save you time throughout the week.

Antioxidants scavenge free radicals from the body's cells, and prevent or reduce the damage caused by oxidation.

If you don’t have enough calcium in your diet, your bones will eventually become weak and brittle.

Food labels carry useful information to help you make good choices about food.

Good sources of iodine include fortified bread and any type of seafood, including seaweed.

About iron and iron deficiency - symptoms, stages, causes, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, who is at risk, daily intake, food sources and supplements.

Vitamin and mineral supplements are frequently misused and taken without professional advice. Find out more about vitamin and mineral supplements and where to get advice.

The 8 B-group vitamins are essential for various functions within the body.

A balanced approach to sunlight exposure will help you get enough vitamin D while protecting against skin cancer.

Vitamins and minerals are organic compounds that are required in very small amounts, for a variety of metabolic processes.