Good Food for Good Health

MD

Good food for good health

Women's Health Week Series

Food is fuel. But sometimes eating well can feel like one more thing on an already long list – too expensive, too time-consuming or just too hard to get right. So, let’s get back to basics.

As part of Women’s Health Week, we’re getting back to the basics and exploring practical, realistic ways to nourish your body and support your overall wellbeing.

Jean Hailes for Women’s Health reminds us that eating well doesn’t have to mean eating perfectly. A varied and balanced diet can help provide the nutrients our bodies need to function at their best and support our health through different stages of life.

Explore the resources below from Jean Hailes for Women’s Health to learn more about:

  • In this video, Sandra Villella Naturopath, Herbalist and Educator at Jean Hailes for Women’s Health and Dr Stephanie Pirotta Accredited Practising Dietitian at Dietitian Connection share practical tips and realistic ways you can nourish your body.

  • Eating a variety of nutritious foods every day is important for good health. The information on this poster provided as a general guide. It includes some of the important nutrients and their food sources and benefits.

  • Learn what constitutes a healthy diet, the 5 food groups, the importance of calcium in this presentation.

The benefits of balanced eating extend beyond physical health. Regular, nourishing meals can support energy, concentration and our overall sense of wellbeing. Rather than aiming for a “perfect” diet, small and sustainable choices can make looking after yourself feel more achievable.

You can also explore these related resources available on My Wellbeing.

Small choices add up. Whether it’s adding more variety to your meals, learning more about the nutrients your body needs or simply taking the time to eat regularly, looking after your nutrition is one way of looking after your whole wellbeing.

Information and resources adapted from Jean Hailes for Women’s Health.