Veterans’ Health Week 19-25 July 2010 

Move over Master Chef, there’s a veteran in town!

We have all heard the saying ‘you are what you eat’ and having a nutritious and well balanced diet is one of the most important things you can do for your health and wellbeing at any age. 

This year, Veterans’ Health Week, aims to reinforce the benefits of good nutrition and to demonstrate the vital role it plays in our overall health.

Members of the veteran community will have the opportunity to learn more about nutrition and also pass on their own knowledge and skills about cooking and preparing healthy food.

In partnership with local community groups, businesses and councils, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs has arranged for fun and interactive events to highlight Veterans’ Health Week 19- 25 July. There will be a diverse range of activities and events featured in different capital cities and major regional centres.

Witness Celebrity Chef – Trevor Forster in action; laugh at the ESO Presidents BBQ cook off; be part of the studio audience at Network Ten’s television cooking program ‘Ready, Steady, Cook’  or join in the many tastings, cooking demonstrations and recipe workshops.

The Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Alan Griffin, encourages all veterans and their families to become involved in Veterans’ Health Week and participate in some of the local activities on offer.

Participants in Veterans’ Health Week can learn and share their tips and ideas about good nutrition which is essential to ensuring the health and well-being of our veterans, war widows, widowers and their families.

Veterans’ Health Week provides a great opportunity to encourage veterans to take a healthy step forward by eating a balanced diet and incorporating regular exercise in their lives,” Mr Griffin said.

For more information on activities in your area contact your local Veterans’ Affairs Network Office on 133 254 (for metropolitan callers) or 1800 555 254 (for non-metropolitan callers).