Your eating snapshot

Take our self-assessment quiz to see how your eating measures up against recommendations for Australians.

Circle the answer that best applies to you.

•  I eat at least 2 serves of fruit each day – YES    NO   

• I eat at least 5 serves of vegetables each day: YES      NO

• I eat at least 2 – 3 servings of milk, yoghurt, cheese, and/or alternatives:  YES      NO

• I eat two serves of meat, fish, or chicken, eggs or legumes (cooked dried peas, beans or lentils) each day:  YES      NO

• I drink 6-8 large cups of fluids of water each day: YES   NO
• I eat 5 – 6 servings of grain foods each day, (preferably wholegrain or wholemeal): YES      NO

• I limit my intake of foods high in saturated fat, added salt, added sugars and alcohol to no more than 2 serves a day: YES   NO

TOTAL SCORES

YES                                                                 NO                            

Score Rating
YES
8 – 10: Your diet scores very well and you have a reduced risk for health complications.
5 – 7: Your diet is fair but there is room for improvement.
Less than 4: You should check your food groups for opportunities to improve your eating.

NO

0 – 1: Very good – keep up the great work

2 – 4: Check your food groups to improve your diet.

More than 4 NO answers indicate you should consider consulting with your health professional team

Source: National Health and Medical Research Council