Be Food Smart
The app has been developed to help parents see how much sugar is contained in everyday food and drink. For example, a 43g chocolate bar contains six cubes of sugar, a 200ml juice drink contains over five cubes and there are nine sugar cubes in a can of cola, instantly taking children up to or over their recommended maximum for the day.
Research has shown that some families don’t know how much sugar, saturated fat and salt is in their food – which means that millions of kids are eating way too much of it.
Even small changes to your daily routines, leisure activities and eating habits can make a big difference to the health and well-being of your whole family. Increased physical activity, maintaining healthy weight and eating a balanced diet can not only prevent illness but improve your mood, confidence, sleep and concentration.
For inspiration on healthy eating such as tips on cutting back fat and for exclusive family recipes sign up to Change4Life via www.nhs.uk/befoodsmart
