Getting started on a healthier life

Nutrition - How healthy is my eating?

Ask yourself yes or no to the following nine questions. 2

• Are you pregnant or breast feeding?
• Have you lost weight recently without trying to?
• Do you take a medicine for diabetes?
• Do you have anaemia caused by a lack of iron?
• Is it difficult for you to shop and cook for yourself?

If YES to any the questions above. Then you may benefit from the help of a dietitian. Find an accredited practising dietitian in your area.

• Do you choose low-fat dairy products?
• Do you eat vegetables every day (fresh, frozen or canned)?

If NO, then please read more on on healthy eating.

• Do you eat pies, pastries, fried foods or take-away meals more than once a week?
• Do you drink soft drinks, cordials, sports drinks or fruit juice on most days of the week?

If YES, then please read more on regarding healthy eating.