Support with healthy eating

How to eat a balanced diet

Eating a balanced diet is important for good health. This means eating a wide variety of foods in the right amounts. The Eat Well Guide shows how much of each food group you should eat to be healthy.

Find out more from the NHS on how to eat a balanced diet. 

If you're pregnant, find out about healthy eating during pregnancy.

Local support

Brighton & Hove Food Partnership helps people learn to cook, eat a healthy diet, grow their own food, and waste less food. They have Easy-to-follow recipes, as well as advice if you are struggling to afford food.  

For healthier options when eating out, look out for the Healthy Choice award logo. Business showing the logo prepare, cook, and serve meals in a healthier way.    

Other resources 

NHS Food Scanner App helps you find healthier swaps for your favourite foods. 

British Heart Foundation and Diabetes UK have lots of information on healthy eating, weight, and recipes 

The British Dietetic Association food fact pages have information about eating, drinking and staying healthy.