The Challenge is simple...

Say No to Junk Food in June and raise money for Children's Medical Research Institute.

1 in 20 children face a birth defect or genetic disease (including cancer) and the effort you put into resisting temptation and raising vital funds will support the scientists at Children's Medical Research Institute find treatments and cures for children's genetic diseases.

Sign up for No Junk Food June and not only will you feel healthier over time, you'll also be helping future generations be healthy too!

Who knew eating healthy could make you feel so good?!

Why should you say No to Junk Food?

When was the last time you asked your Genes what they would like you to feed them? Probably never...

We know that everyone is different and every body is different.
We also know that junk foods in general are simply not good for you, as delicious as they may be!

Everything you eat affects the way your body works and functions – which also affects your physical and mental well-being.

No Junk Food June is the perfect opportunity and motivation to look after your genes by feeding them what they need to keep you healthy while supporting world-leading research to keep future generations healthy too!

So… every time you say No to Junk Food this June, you will be one bite closer to a healthier you. As well as a healthier generation to come...

What is considered Junk Food??

The definition of Junk food is different for everyone but for the purpose of this challenge, Junk Food is basically any pre-prepared, processed, or packaged food that have little to no nutritional value.

So generally, the list of junk foods may include (but are not limited to…)
• Soft drinks and yes, Alcohol too
• Chips and fries
• Lollies / Candy
• Chocolate…
• High calorie menu choices at fast-food chains.
• Ice blocks / Ice creams

Healthy alternatives to Junk Food!!

Giving up junk food does not have to be a massive adjustment – here are some ideas on how you can switch one unhealthy item for a healthier one!

Instead of:
• Soft drinks – try sparkling water with lemon or a fresh fruit mocktail with sparkling water.
• Chips and fries – perhaps make your own at home in an oven/air fryer using sweet potato or kale.
• Lollies / Candy – they do say fruit is nature’s candy!
• Chocolate – what about Dark chocolate, you may ask?
• High calorie menu choices – opt for the salads or low calorie menu choices instead.
• Ice blocks / Ice creams – Make your own with freshly squeezed fruit juice!

Curious about where the money you raised goes?

Find out all about Your Impact.