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Promoting and influencing healthy food choices for children

Practical nutrition advice, school canteen support, classroom resources and family-friendly recipes from Healthy Kids.

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Programs & Services

Essential Healthy Kids pages for school programs, membership, food industry support and organisational information.

About us

Healthy Kids Association is a not-for-profit, non-government health promotion charity based in Sydney, Australia. Our mission is to promote and influence healthy food choices for children. Click here to view our organisation's Constitution. Click here to view our 2020 Annual Report. Healthy Kids Association believes that teaching healthy eating habits at a young age can change

Vegetable Week & The Big Vegie Crunch

Only 5% of NSW children eat enough vegetables. We're on a mission to change that stat, by increasing children’s knowledge, exposure and positive attitudes towards vegetables. Get involved! Vegetable Week, featuring the fun event ‘The Big Vegie Crunch,’ is a free, quick and easy school-based event for NSW primary schools. ‘The Big Vegie Crunch’ is an

Recipes

Healthy Kids information and resources.

Membership

Already a member? Please login by clicking on 'member login' in the green box on the right → → Not a member? Read on Healthy Kids Association offers membership to schools in NSW and the ACT (with and without canteens), to leasees of canteens, health professionals, individuals and other organisations. We believe that taking a proactive approach

Canteens

Healthy Kids information and resources.

Food Industry

The Australian Food Industry is made up of all the people and companies that grow, manufacture, package, distribute and sell the foods and drinks we consume. At Healthy Kids Association (HKA) we work with all areas of the food industry to help increase the amount of healthy food and drink options readily available to school-aged

Recipes

Browse practical recipes with nutrition details, images and downloadable resources where available.

Health Advice

Guidance for families, canteens and schools on healthier food choices.

5 Dec 2023

A Guide for Parents to Boost Their Child’s Nutrition

In the fast-paced world we live in, ensuring our children receive optimal nutrition is more crucial than ever. As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping their lifelong eating habits. Here are some practical tips to enhance your child's nutrition: Lead by Example: Children are keen observers. Demonstrate healthy eating habits by incorporating a

23 Oct 2023

Cutting Down on Vegie Waste in Your Kitchen: Practical Tips

1. Plan Your Meals The first step in reducing vegetable waste is planning. Create a weekly meal plan before you hit the grocery store. This way, you'll know exactly what you need and won't overbuy. Plus, you'll be less likely to let vegies languish at the back of the fridge. 2. Store Vegies Properly Kitchens

6 May 2022

Glycemic Index

What is the Glycemic Index? The Glycemic Index (GI) is a ranking of carbohydrate foods on a scale of 0 to 100 based on their effect on blood glucose (sugar) levels: Low GI: 70 High GI vs Low GI High GI carbohydrates are quickly digested and absorbed, causing a