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Easy ways to eat well and move more

Welcome to the new home of Change4Life. We have a new name and look, but don't worry – we're still here to help you and your family eat better and move more.

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When it comes to eating well and being active, taking one small step after another can soon add up to make a big difference. Join today and get loads of easy tips, tasty recipes on a budget and much more straight to your inbox.

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A little lunchbox inspiration

With the kids heading back to school, see our hints, tips and easy-to-prepare recipes for healthier packed lunches.

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Healthier food swaps

See simple food swap ideas to help cut down on sugar, salt and fat in your and your family's diet – plus easy ways to make a swap when you next shop.

Quick chicken couscous recipe

Couscous is so quick and simple to prepare, and it goes well with lots of different flavours too.

Try and 10 Minute Shake Up

Our Shake Up games are fun for all the family – and a great way for kids to stay active during the school holidays!

Rocket vs Groot Vine Grab

Groot and Rocket train to keep their abilities sharp. Time to test your dodging, speed and reactions!

Healthy snacks

Learn how to snack smart with these quick and easy ideas.

Sugar calculator

It's so easy for sugar to add up throughout the day. Here's a simple way to check how much there may be in your kids' favourite treats.

Indoor activities for kids

We have loads of free indoor games and activities for children so they can still get the 60 minutes of daily physical activity they need – even when they cannot get outside!

Pizza crumpets recipe

The perfect quick bite when the kids get in from school.

Mental wellbeing tips for parents

Every Mind Matters has tips and practical advice to help parents look after their children's and their own mental health.

Keep an eye on your vitamin D

To keep bones and muscles healthy, everyone should consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement in autumn and winter, when we cannot make enough vitamin D from sunlight.

And some people should take them all year round, including children up to the age of 4 and people who are at risk of not getting enough vitamin D.

Just 10 micrograms a day is all you need – it's the same for kids and grown-ups.

Read more about vitamin D

Get the free NHS Food Scanner app

Start finding healthier swaps today!

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