Wellbeing for families and young people
Healthy eating – a cornerstone of wellbeing in families
A varied, nutritious diet supports the growth, development and everyday life of children and young people. Healthy eating habits promote concentration, mood and immune function, and lay the foundation for good health in adulthood. Eating together and making conscious food choices also strengthens family interaction and shared routines. If you cook and have your meals together, the children will learn to cook and eat healthy and tasty food.
Omaperhe.fi provides information, support and guidance
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Omahelpperi – information for young people
Content on Omahelpperi.fi can be translated into over 200 languages using Google Translate (cookies must be accepted first).
Neuvokas perhe (Finnish Heart Association)(external link) – The website offers many tips related to family meals.
If you need tips on how to increase the amount of vegetables and fruit in your food or wish to read more on positive table talk and picky eating, please consult
- Food and eating with your family - Neuvokasperhe(external link)
- Meidän perheen ruokaviikko - Neuvokas perhe(external link) (Finnish only)
Is eating associated with concern or do you need support for challenging meals?
Mielenterveystalo’s self-care programme offers support in toddler's and older children’s eating-related challenges. The programme is free of charge and does not require registration.
The wellbeing programme “Meidän perheen hyvinvointipolku” consists of nine parts, which help you reflect together on your family's strengths in terms of wellbeing as well as aspects that may need to be changed. In addition to eating, the themes include physical activity and screen time.