The National Advisory Committee on Nutrition (NACNE) issued a report of recommendations that the nation should follow:

· Eat less fatty food, especially fats high in saturated fatty acid, such as butter and lard.

· Cut down on the amount of sugar we consume, from foods, such as sweets, to fizzy drinks.

· Eat more cereal foods such as bread and pasta.

· Increase the amount of dietary fibre eaten, found in cereals, fruits and vegetables.

· Eat less salt-cut down on salty snacks, for example.

· Drink less alcohol, found in beer, spirits and wine.

There are many alternatives that can be used to make the same dishes, only healthier.

· Use polyunsaturated margarine and oil instead of butter, suet and lard.

· Fry meat such as minced beef or bacon in its own fat-drain off any runny fat before completing the recipe.

It is noticed that fresher foods are usually better for taste and food value. Once harvested, fruits and vegetables lose valuable nutrients and flavour. Also food which passes its “sell by date” could be a danger to us if we eat it.

· Use skimmed or semi skimmed milks amd lower fat cheeses.

However, children do need plenty of energy to grow; so fats should be replaced by plenty of cereals, fruits and vegetables. There are also plenty of healthy alternatives produced by supermarkets, and now more and more food manufacturers are producing low fat foods, and sales are increasing every year. These foods include low fat spreads, cheese, yoghurts and milk.

h as chicken or turkey instead of red meat such as beef and lamb.

· Cut down on the fat content supplied by cheese by either using a smaller quantity of strongly flavoured cheese or a low fat cheese.

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