Acknowledgement
Our thanks to Nan Millette, MEd, RD Freelance Dietitian, for her help in reviewing this article.
Website: www.eatwell.gov.uk/healthydiet
eatwell is the Food Standards Agency's consumer advice and information site.
The aim of the site is to help you make healthier choices, whether you are choosing what to eat or shopping for food. On many pages there are links to www.food.gov.uk where you will find more information about particular topics, such as the scientific basis for the advice given.
www.food.gov.uk contains the latest news and in-depth information from the Food Standards Agency, including Agency policy and research. It also has detailed information and guidance for people working in food-related areas.
The Food Standards Agency was set up by an Act of Parliament in 2000 to protect the public's health and consumer interests in relation to food. Although the FSA is a Government agency, it is independent, which means it works at 'arm's length' from Government because it doesn't report to a specific minister and is free to publish any advice it issues.
UK Headquarters
Food Standards Agency
Aviation House
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Tel: +44 (0)20 7276 8000
Email: helpline@foodstandards.gsi.gov.uk
The Parkinson’s association in your country may also be able to provide information based on members’ experiences. The EPDA website [www.epda.eu.com] contains the contact details for European Parkinson's disease organisations and international Parkinson’s organisations.
Your Parkinson’s association may also advise and provide information and educational opportunities for health professionals.
