People of all ages benefit from regular physical activity. Health authorities encourage everyone to be active for at least 30 minutes each day. This can include sport, taking the dog for a walk, playing with the children, gardening, using the stairs instead of lifts, or simply leaving the car behind when you go to the shops. It also helps you to use up the energy taken in from the food you consume and ensures that an excess intake of energy is not stored in the body as fat. If you are active, you can enjoy a wide range of foods. Be treatwise.