You can order these fact sheets from the 3663 Advice Centre.

Saturated fat – this leaflet explains different types of fat, the consequences of a high intake of saturated fat and how to reduce saturated fat in the diet. (Download pdf 932k)

Healthy Eating – based on healthy eating principles, it provides helpful guidelines for compiling healthy menus and using healthy cooking methods.

Allergies – this leaflet offers useful advice on how to minimise the risk to a customer having an allergic reaction to food.

Diabetic – according to Diabetes UK at least 70,000 Britons are diagnosed sufferers. This leaflet outlines some basic rules for diabetics and recommends healthy eating principles.

Vegetarian – explains the difference between the different types of vegetarians and highlights the products that may cause some confusion through hidden ingredients.

Metrication – conversion tables from imperial to metric in weights, volumes, temperatures and lengths.

Food Costing – profit is essential to every business. Make sure you are getting it right.

Menu Planning – careful menu planning is the heart of any successful catering business. Follow the rules and help to maximise sales opportunities.

Fish & Seafood – a guide to types of fish, indications of quality, suitable cooking methods and preparation.

Kosher Foods – highlights the strict dietary customs that are fundamental to the Jewish religion.

Event Diary – gives examples of special days throughout the year, which may be important in the caterer's diary.

HACCP – explains how to implement an effective approach to food hygiene and safety.

What's in a Can? – gives all the can sizes you will need.

In addition to the above fact sheets, the following are also available:

Arranging Themed Events, COSHH, Food Costing, Food Hygiene, Genetic Modification, Halaal, Nutritional Standards for Care Homes, Nutritional Standards for School Lunches, Omega 3 Fatty Acids, Typical Portion Sizes, Healthy Portion Sizes, Pureed Foods and the Elderly, Reducing Salt, Suppliers for Themed Events, The Environment, The Environment Waste Disposal and 5 A day.

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