March 2020 - 5-a-day

We've all heard of 5-a-day but where does it come from and can I achieve this elusive number? Chris Mantle explains...

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REHIS Food and Health

Elementary Food & Health is a nationally recognised seven hour course which provides training in the principles of good nutrition and getting a healthy, balanced diet. Our highly qualified team of friendly and approachable Association for Nutrition-registered Nutritionists have wide experience of delivering REHIS training to people from different backgrounds and all levels of experience.
REHIS Food Allergy Awareness

The Food Allergy Awareness Training Course is a professionally and nationally recognised certificated course which aims to raise awareness of issues around allergies, coeliac disease & intolerances and of how to cater for sufferers in a variety of contexts. Learn more about Natasha’s Law and the recent changes to Pre-packed for Direct Sale (PPDS) legislation.
Nutrition & Hydration Week 2024

Hydration is critical to health but is often overlooked. Water makes up 2/3 of our body! Check out our resource on how to stay hydrated.
Electric Van

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October 2020 - Healthy Breakfast

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September 2020 - Healthy packed lunches

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August 2020 - Malnutrition

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July 2020 - Salt

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June 2020 - energy efficient cooking

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May 2020 - Vitamin D

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April 2020 - Food and Mood

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February 2020 - Sugar

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January 2020 - Oral Health

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December 2019 - Mediterranean Diet

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Edinburgh Community Food is all about helping people enjoy delicious, fresh, healthy food and making sure everyone in our city has access to an affordable, healthy diet. We believe in: Healthier Food - Healthier Lives - Healthier Futures.
Take & Make DIY Meals

Our Take & Make DIY Meal Packs have everything you need to make delicious, nutritious meals.
Home Deliveries

We have a selection of exceptional quality fresh fruit and veg boxes ready for FREE home delivery within Edinburgh 4 days a week. Find out more here or check out our shop section. A minimum order will now be £25 for a free delivery.
Edinburgh Community Cafe Network

The Edinburgh Community Cafe Network brings cafes together to help increase the community cafe brand and to bridge, bond and link their social capital.
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Food and Health Development Team

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Eat Well for Oral Health

Edinburgh Community Food and LINKnet Mentoring are excited to be offering FREE 6 week cooking and nutrition courses throughout the year to help people gain confidence in cooking nutritious affordable meals and providing oral health awareness information.