Recall of two infant formula powders

The Food Standards Agency issued a Product Recall Information Notice (PRIN) after the manufacturer Abbott took the precautionary step of recalling batches of two infant formula products due to concern of possible contamination with Salmonella Newport and Cronobacter sakazakii.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – the fundamentals

Diet, behaviour and learning in children

Giving your child regular meals, and a healthy, well-balanced diet helps their development, mental wellbeing and physical health.

Fat facts

This Food Fact Sheet explains the different types of fat we eat, how they affect our health and how much we should be eating.

Fruit and vegetables - how to get five-a-day

By eating at least five portions of a variety of fruits and vegetables a day, you will not only look and feel better, but you will give your body many essential nutrients that it needs to maintain your overall long-term health.

Folic Acid

This Food Fact Sheet will tell you all about folic acid – which foods are good sources, how much you need, and who should take supplements.

Pregnancy and diet

Pregnancy is a good time to think about what you’re eating. What you eat now will help your baby to grow healthily and give them the best start in life and help you to feel your best. This food Fact Sheet will help you make those good food choices.

Breastfeeding - what are the benefits?

Your milk is unique to your baby and their nutritional needs. This fact sheet provides information about human milk, breastfeeding and where to get advice and support. 

Complementary feeding (weaning)

Introducing new foods at the right time will help your baby develop and grow into a healthy child.

The importance of hydration