Vitamins & Minerals
This is needed for strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium?
This orange vegetable is known for being rich in vitamin A.
What is a carrot?
This food group includes bread, rice, pasta, and cereals and should form the base of most meals for energy.
What are grains?
This yellow fruit is known for being a great source of potassium, which helps maintain healthy blood pressure.
What is a banana?
This macronutrient is the body’s primary source of energy and is found in foods like bread, pasta, and rice.
What are carbohydrates?
This food group provides you with calcium.
What is milk and alternatives?
This leafy green is often used in salads and is a good source of iron and calcium.
What is spinach?
This guideline advises Australians to enjoy a wide variety of foods from the five food groups and to drink plenty of this.
What is water?
This citrus fruit is famous for its high vitamin C content and is often eaten to boost the immune system.
What is an orange?
This macronutrient is essential for building and repairing muscles and is found in foods like meat, fish, and beans.
What is protein?
This vitamin helps keep your eyes healthy.
What is vitamin A?
This vegetable looks like a small tree and is high in fiber and vitamin C.
What is broccoli?
This food group, which includes milk, cheese, and yogurt, is important for bone health due to its high calcium content.
What are dairy foods (or alternatives)?
This tropical fruit is known for containing bromelain, an enzyme that helps with digestion and reducing inflammation.
What is pineapple?
This macronutrient provides the most calories per gram and is vital for absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.
What is fat?
This is known as the sunshine vitamin. In winter we need a source in our diet.
What is vitamin D?
This purple vegetable contains pigments, which may help improve brain function and reduce inflammation.
What is eggplant?
According to the guidelines, Australians should limit foods high in this nutrient, as it is linked to heart disease and weight gain.
What is saturated fat?
This fruit is often called a "superfood" because it is high in healthy fats and can help lower bad cholesterol levels.
What is an avocado?
This type of carbohydrate is found in foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and helps with digestion by adding bulk to stool.
What is fiber?
This vitamin is especially important for pregnant women.
What is folic acid/folate?
This root vegetable has been shown to improve blood flow and may help lower blood pressure.
What is beetroot?
This food group should be consumed in small amounts, and includes items like cakes, biscuits, and sugary drinks, which provide few nutrients.
What are discretionary foods?
This fuzzy-skinned fruit is packed with vitamin C and dietary fiber and may support healthy skin and digestion.
What is a kiwi?
This type of fat, found in fatty fish like salmon, is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain health and reducing inflammation.
What are polyunsaturated fats?