Hot tip

WEST CORK Leader Co-op is launching an exciting new initiative website for primary schools to encourage healthy eating among children.

The package is called www.Foodskool.ie which takes the approach to presenting food in a fun and interactive manner. The pilot programme is currently being run in three West Cork schools and one Cork-based school. Other schools please take note! www.westcorkleader.ie

* Lunchtime nutrition: Food Safety Authority of Ireland have recently produced an information leaflet with simple advice for convenient and nutritious lunchbox ideas - available from the helpline 1850 404 567 or on line at www.safefood.com