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Eat a variety of foods
Include vegetables, fruit, staple foods, and protein-rich choices such as beans, peas, eggs, or fish when available.
EVERYDAY HEALTH EDUCATION
Simple nutrition for everyday living.
Discover practical information about balanced meals, food variety, hydration, and healthy eating habits using familiar foods in Tanzania.
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A variety of foods
Different foods contribute different nutrients.
NUTRITION BASICS
Healthy eating starts with everyday choices.
A balanced diet includes a variety of foods over time. What works for one person may not work for another, and healthy meals can be adapted to local availability, cultural preferences, and household budgets.
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Combine food groups
Meals can combine ugali, rice, cassava, or potatoes with vegetables and a protein-rich food.
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Choose safe water
Use water that is safe to drink. Follow local public-health recommendations if water safety is uncertain.
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A FLEXIBLE MEAL GUIDE
Build a balanced plate.
Where possible, combine a staple food with vegetables and a protein-rich food. For example, you might choose ugali with beans and leafy greens, or rice with fish and vegetables.
These are examples rather than strict rules. Portion sizes and nutritional needs vary with age, activity, pregnancy, and health.
PRACTICAL GUIDES
Learn more about everyday nutrition.
1. Eating well on a budget
Planning meals before shopping can help households make use of available foods. Compare prices for seasonal vegetables, fruit, beans, peas, grains, and other foods that suit your household. Prepare suitable quantities and store leftovers safely.
2. Understanding packaged-food labels
When a nutrition label is available, look at the serving size and compare information such as sugar, sodium or salt, fibre, and saturated fat between similar products. Consider the whole food and your overall eating pattern rather than relying on one number.
3. Food safety at home
- Wash hands with soap and safe water before preparing food.
- Keep utensils and food-preparation surfaces clean.
- Keep raw meat and fish separate from ready-to-eat foods.
- Cook foods thoroughly and store perishable foods safely.
- Use safe water when washing produce and preparing drinks.
4. Everyday hydration
Water needs vary according to weather, activity, age, and health. Drink regularly, especially during hot weather or physical activity. If a healthcare professional has advised you to limit fluids, follow that advice.
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