Eating well for a healthy and active life
07/04/2020
Good nutrition is our first defence against disease and our source of energy to live and be active. FAO plays a key role in reorienting the global food system to ensure good nutrition and health.
FAO has just published recommendations to maintain a healthy diet during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more on FAO’s Covid-19 page.
Below is a broad selection of publications covering topics ranging from dietary guidelines to healthy recipes from around the world.
For more titles on these topics, see also the latest FAO publications catalogue.
- Pulses: Nutritious seeds for a sustainable future
Part guide, part cookbook, this beautifully illustrated book presents the role of pulses for nutrition, food security, biodiversity and the climate. It also gives practical guidance on how to grow pulses in garden patches, and how to cook them. - Eating well for good health
This learning module is designed to explore basic concepts of good nutrition, health and healthy diets, for a balanced diet, and the prevention of health problems caused by poor nutrition. - Future smart food: rediscovering hidden treasures of neglected and underutilized species for Zero Hunger in Asia
This publication demonstrates the benefits of neglected and underutilized species, including amaranth, sorghum and cowpea and their potential contribution to achieving Zero Hunger. - Eating healthy matters – Activity book
This children’s colouring and activity book raises awareness about healthy diets and calls for action to make healthy diets available and affordable to everyone. - Nutrition challenge badge
This handbook explains the kinds of nutrients our bodies need for a happy and healthy lifestyle, which foods provide these nutrients, and howto prepare these foods for maximum benefit.
Further reading
- Health, knowledge and flavours – recipe book
- Kenyan food recipes 2018
- International Cookbook for Quinoa: Tradition and innovation
- Sustainable healthy diets guiding principles
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