Tick Nutrition

Less 'bad' fats

Unhealthy fats include saturated fats and trans fats. These fats can increase LDL cholesterol in our blood that leads to the build up of plaque, a fatty material that forms on the inner wall of blood vessels. Eating a balanced diet which includes less saturated fat and trans fat will help reduce your cholesterol* levels.The Tick standards limit saturated fat and trans fat in many foods.

Less salt

As a population, we consume nearly twice as much salt as we should. While salt contains sodium, an essential mineral our body needs, too much sodium is unhealthy and can contribute to high blood pressure (hypertension).* The Tick standard for sodium limits salt levels in a wide range of foods such as breads, breakfast cereals, spreads and processed foods.

Less energy

Fat and sugar add energy to food, and it can take us longer to burn off (metabolise) high energy foods.The Tick standard for energy (measured as kilojoules) limits levels of energy dense nutrients such as fat and sugar.

More fibre

Dietary fibre is essential for good health and is naturally found in cereals, grains, legumes, fruit and vegetables. Many Tick foods, such as breads and breakfast cereals must have minimum levels of fibre.

More calcium

Dairy products are our main source of calcium, an essential nutrient for bone development and maintenance.To increase calcium in our diet, Tick standards require minimum levels in all milk and dairy products.