Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide
Canadian Dietary Guidelines
What it is
Canada’s Food Guide provides recommendations for healthy eating. It encourages people to regularly eat vegetables and fruits, whole-grain foods, and protein foods, with water as the drink of choice. This health advice sheet is for people aged 2 years and older.
What you can do at home
What to do
- Eat fruits and vegetables every day.
- Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice or oats.
- Eat protein foods, such as fish, chicken, eggs, yogurt, legumes, nuts, or cheese.
- Drink water every day.
- Explore the Canada's food guide.
Limit the following foods
- Foods and drinks that are high in sugar, such as sweetened cereals, cakes, candy, fruit juice, and soft drinks.
- Foods that are high in salt, such as some sauces, soups, and dips.
- Foods that are high in fat, such as butter, cream, and some cheeses.
When to seek medical attention
Difficulté à suivre les recommandations du Guide alimentaire canadien
Perte de poids sans raison apparente
Prise de poids sans raison apparente
Need help?
Consult a registered dietician for personalized nutrition advice or to better understand nutritional needs.
Call Info-Santé at 811, Option 1, to speak with a nurse at any time.
Go to the pharmacy for advice on medications or treatment.
If you do not have a family doctor, go to gap.soinsvirtuels or call 811, Option 3.
See also
See the details of Healthy Eating During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding