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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.

Download the free NHS Food Scanner app

A speedy scan of your family's favourite products reveals a range of healthier swaps for next time you shop.

It's as easy as scan, swipe, swap!

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The nutrient data provided in the app is supplied by Brandbank and FoodSwitch

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Barbecue and picnic recipes

Fire up that barbecue and start cooking these sizzlingly simple recipes in the sunshine – or switch on the grill for a taste of summer whatever the weather.

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!

Play a 10 Minute Shake Up game

Have you tried our Disney, Pixar and Marvel inspired play-along games? Shake Up activities are fun for all the family – and a great way for kids to keep moving!

Macaroni cheese with tomatoes

This tasty baked mac and cheese recipe makes for a healthier version of a family favourite.

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.

Give the family a fruit and veg boost!

Choose one of our Fruit and Veg Boost plans to help you and the kids get to 5 A Day. Enjoy 4 weekly emails packed full of useful hints, meal ideas, tips and practical shopping advice.

Toy Box Tidy-up

Get moving with this 10-minute burst of fun! Can the toys get back to the toy box before Bonnie catches them?

Which new sports should I try?

Answer 3 quick questions to discover the sports and activities perfect for you.

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.

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

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Start finding healthier swaps today!

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