Have at least three meals a day (breakfast, lunch and supper) and small snacks interspersed between meals (Ministry of Health, 2005).

A healthy, appropriate and caring diet has the following attributes:

Contains a variety of foods from each food group.
The foods are in the correct amounts to maintain health and a healthy weight.
Does not contain chemical, biological and physical contaminants.
Contains preparations that are appropriate for the consumer’s phase of life.
Respects the local food habits.
Contains foods that promote regional products and the local economy.
Is tasty, well-presented and colorful.
Is affordable.

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