Tips to eat well and be active every day

Eat a wide variety of food including fruit, vegetables, legumes, bread, cereals, meat, fish and dairy products like milk, cheese and yoghurt.
Do at least one hour of physical activity, even if it is in 10-15 minute blocks, including walking, cycling and swimming.
Drink up to eight glasses of water.
Spend no more than two hours a day watching television or using a computer.
Start each day with a healthy breakfast, including cereals and fruit.
Join a local sporting or active recreation club.
Have regular meals and healthy snacks throughout the day.
Wear comfortable clothes, supportive shoes and sun protection when getting active outside.
Avoid eating foods high in sugar, salt and saturated fat like takeaway hamburgers and pizzas, lollies, cakes, biscuits and chips.
Be a good role model by being active and planning family holidays with plenty of opportunity for physical activity.

Last updated: 20 June 2008.