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Nutrition

This section provides information about the Ministry of Health’s work in the area of nutrition.
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  • What we do: nutrition and physical activity

    This page provides advice on nutrition and physical activity for healthy New Zealanders.
  • Baby-led weaning – Health NZ position statement

    Currently, Health NZ does not recommend baby-led weaning (BLW) as population health advice in New Zealand.
  • Nutrient reference values for Australia and New Zealand including recommended dietary intakes (goes to another website)

    This document outlines required essential nutrient intake believed adequate to meet the nutritional needs of the majority of healthy people to prevent deficiency and can be used by health professionals.
  • Guidance on nutritional supplements

  • Infant feeding in emergencies for babies aged 0–12 months

    Advice for health practitioners
  • Nutrition and Physical Activity Knowledge Bulletin (goes to another website)

  • Eating and activity guidelines

    What and how much you eat and drink, and being physically active are important for good health.

  • Nutrition publications (goes to another website)

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      • What we do: nutrition and physical activity
      • Baby-led weaning – Health NZ position statement
      • Nutrient reference values for Australia and New Zealand including recommended dietary intakes
      • Guidance on nutritional supplements
      • Infant feeding in emergencies for babies aged 0–12 months
      • Nutrition and Physical Activity Knowledge Bulletin
      • Eating and activity guidelines
      • Nutrition publications
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