Vitamins & Minerals
Vegetables
Eating Guidelines
Fruits
Macronutrients
100

This is needed for strong bones and teeth. 

What is calcium?

100

This orange vegetable is known for being rich in vitamin A.

What is a carrot?

100

This food group includes bread, rice, pasta, and cereals and should form the base of most meals for energy.

What are grains?

100

This yellow fruit is known for being a great source of potassium, which helps maintain healthy blood pressure.

What is a banana?

100

This macronutrient is the body’s primary source of energy and is found in foods like bread, pasta, and rice.

What are carbohydrates?

200

This food group provides you with calcium.

What is milk and alternatives?

200

This leafy green is often used in salads and is a good source of iron and calcium.

What is spinach?

200

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?

200

This citrus fruit is famous for its high vitamin C content and is often eaten to boost the immune system.

What is an orange?

200

This macronutrient is essential for building and repairing muscles and is found in foods like meat, fish, and beans.

What is protein?

300

This vitamin helps keep your eyes healthy.

What is vitamin A?

300

This vegetable looks like a small tree and is high in fiber and vitamin C.

What is broccoli?

300

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)?

300

This tropical fruit is known for containing bromelain, an enzyme that helps with digestion and reducing inflammation.

What is pineapple?

300

This macronutrient provides the most calories per gram and is vital for absorbing fat-soluble vitamins.

What is fat?

400

This is known as the sunshine vitamin. In winter we need a source in our diet.

What is vitamin D?

400

This purple vegetable contains pigments, which may help improve brain function and reduce inflammation.

What is eggplant?

400

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?

400

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?

400

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?

500

This vitamin is especially important for pregnant women.

What is folic acid/folate?

500

This root vegetable has been shown to improve blood flow and may help lower blood pressure.

What is beetroot?

500

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?

500

This fuzzy-skinned fruit is packed with vitamin C and dietary fiber and may support healthy skin and digestion.

What is a kiwi?

500

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?