If you drink alcohol, keep within sensible limits. These guidelines also apply to vegetarians, people from all ethnic origins and people who are a healthy weight for their height, as well as those who are overweight. They do not apply to children under two years of age, who need full fat milk and dairy products in their diet. Children between the ages of two and five will begin to move gradually on to 'normal' family foods, at which time these guidelines may begin to apply. People under dietary supervision or with special dietary requirements should check with their doctor or dietician before making any changes in their food intake.
Food provides the essential nutrients to help the body function properly.
A mixture of different foods is necessary because no one food contains all the nutrient necessary for good health.