Appetite for life has been developed for use by health and community workers who have direct contact with older people living independently (people over the age of 65). This webpage provides links to download information on practical food ideas, nutrition for managing health conditions, and staying active.

A webpage and video to help health professionals understand weight stigma, and the importance of asking permission to talk about weight with patients. Includes considerations for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.

The 24-hour Movement Guidelines outlines a review of the scientific evidence and provides recommendations for adults (aged 18 to 64 years), older adults (65+ years), adults with disability and chronic conditions.

The 24-hour Movement Guidelines brochure outlines the guidelines for adults, older adults, people with disability and people with chronic conditions, as well as ideas to be active every day.

The 24-hour Movement Guidelines provide information on how much physical activity older Australians (65 years and over) should aim for each day.

The Australian dietary guidelines provide advice about the amount and kinds of foods we need to eat for health and wellbeing, based on scientific evidence. The recommendations are based on scientific evidence, developed after looking at good quality research. (PDF, 1.9MB)

A website with an interactive BMI calculator and supporting information about healthy weight ranges.

A guide to help older Australians achieve adequate physical activity to achieve good health as they age. (PDF, 1.3MB)

A brochure outlining advice on the recommended serving sizes and types of food that adults should eat for health and wellbeing. (PDF, 2.4MB)

The Healthy Eating Quiz (HEQ) is a brief and easy to use diet quality assessment tool that is designed to provide feedback on how food intake aligns with foods recommended in the Australian Dietary Guidelines. Consumers create a free account to receive personalised support and recommended recipes.

A webpage with dietary guidelines and information for older adults.

A freely accessible website with recipe ideas that consider nutritional requirements and budget. Users can create an account to access further tailored information based upon individual nutrition goals.