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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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A little lunchbox inspiration

Hints and tips for healthier packed lunches, as well as lots of easy-to-prepare recipes your kids will love.

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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.

Ariel Chase

It's time to go under the sea! How far can you swim with your legs like a mermaid?

Turkey koftas

These kebabs, with turkey instead of lamb, are great served with a minty yoghurt dip and simple tomato and onion salad.

Rocket and Groot's Sneaking Game

Groot is practising his skills with Rocket. Who is faster?

Mediterranean medley sandwiches

Prepare the roasted vegetables in advance and they'll be ready to make these delicious sandwiches.

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.

Accessible activities

For kids to lead a healthy lifestyle they need to move as much as possible – and if they have additional needs, this is just as important.

Indoor activities for kids

We have loads of great ideas for stay-at-home games and activities to keep the kids active and having fun when they're inside.

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

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