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Diet and exercise

A wholesome diet and plenty of exercise promote health and well-being. But what is a healthy diet? How much and how hard should you exercise each day? This topic area provides information about the food pyramid and the way that small changes to our everyday behavior can sometimes have great benefits.

Healthy through exercise: even simple activities help

What keeps us healthy? Along with an adequate diet, it is exercise in particular. People who are physically active boost their own long-term well-being and health.

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What does healthy eating look like?

People who have a balanced diet usually live longer and happier lives. Healthy eating includes fresh, nutritious foods with little fat and sugar.

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Nutrition during pregnancy

An unborn child needs many different nutrients and vitamins to grow. How can expectant mothers positively influence their children’s development through nutrition?

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Eating disorders: when food becomes a problem

There are various kinds of eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia (binge-purge syndrome) and binge-eating disorder.

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Overweight – physical and psychological effects

Being overweight is common and can become a health problem. A balanced, whole-food diet combined with physical activity can help.

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Underweight – when too little weight is harmful to health

Being underweight is not always a cause for concern. However, people who are very underweight often lack important nutrients and minerals. This can have several consequences.

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