What this module covers
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By the end of this module you will:
- Recognise what a healthy eating pattern is
- Understand why moving matters
- Understand how The Eatwell Guide can help you make healthy choices with your food everyday
- Understand what a balanced meal is and how to allocate portion sizes
- Understand food labelling
Why nutrition matters
.taking control of what we eat is one of the most important things you can do to improve your health!.because it directly impacts our energy levels, focus, and overall productivity. When we have access to nutritious food options, we are more likely to maintain a stable energy level throughout the day, think more clearly, and perform better. A well-balanced diet also supports mental wellbeing, reducing stress and improving mood.
In the North East almost 70% of adults are overweight (NHS England). It is known that there is a correlation between food and brain function, therefore what we eat affect our ability to carry out day-to-day tasks, including work. In fact
This module looks at nutrition and how it affects us daily, especially when we are at work.
You are what you eat!
