Eating Well
Wellbeing
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The types of food you eat can help you to enjoy a healthier life. Learn more about steps you can take toward healthy eating.
Food is a part of daily decision making. The choices that you make can support all areas of your wellbeing – from physical energy, mood, focus, to enjoyment of life. Eating well makes a difference. It is one of the best preventative health measures you can take to help to ensure you and your loved ones stay as healthy as possible, right now and in the future.
Healthy eating plays a very important role in your overall health, the health of your family and the health of your community. You can make nutritious and nourishing food choices, at all ages and stages of life.
In the age of the internet, if you have allergies, cultural considerations, or other diet restrictions, you may be able to find recipes online that meet your requirements. Here are some tips on how to make sure you’re reading reliable information.
Find more resources to support eating healthy foods:
- Find out more about dietary guidelines for good health
- Contact a dietitian
- Get support with meal planning
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HealthLink BC (8-1-1)
Free, reliable non-emergency health information and advice available by phone (8-1-1), online, or mobile app.
bc211
A free phone, text, and online search service that helps you find community, government and social services in your area.
HeretoHelp
Provides online mental health and substance use information for individuals and families in BC. The website features thousands of plain-language resources including personal stories, articles, information sheets and content in eleven languages. As well, individuals can email requests for help, support, information or referrals.
There are also four screening self-tests visitors can take covering mental well-being, depression, anxiety disorders and risky drinking. The website is coordinated by the Canadian Mental Health Association's BC Division on behalf of a group of mental health and addictions non-profit agencies called the BC Partners.