Many long-term health conditions can be influenced by everyday lifestyle choices. Across England, preventable health conditions are affecting millions of people, placing pressure on the NHS and impacting quality of life. More than a quarter of the population now live with a long-term health condition, and health inequalities remain significant.
The NHS Healthy Choices Quiz is designed to help people take a simple first step towards improving their health. It offers a quick way to reflect on daily habits and discover practical support to help make healthier choices.
What is the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz?
The quiz is a free NHS online tool that helps you understand how your lifestyle choices may affect your overall health and wellbeing.
After answering a few short questions about your lifestyle and motivations, you will receive a score out of 10 along with personalised guidance and links to helpful NHS resources.
The quiz looks at several areas of health, including:
- Physical activity and movement
- Eating habits
- Alcohol consumption
- Smoking and vaping
- Mental wellbeing
- Sleep
Based on your answers, you will be signposted to trusted NHS information and free digital tools that support positive behaviour change.
Why take the quiz?
If you want to feel healthier but are unsure where to start, the quiz can help you identify small changes that may make a difference. It takes only a few minutes to complete and can provide useful insights into areas where support may be available.
Take the NHS Healthy Choices Quiz
You can take the free NHS Healthy Choices Quiz online:
After completing the quiz, you may be directed to helpful NHS tools and guidance covering topics such as healthier eating, physical activity, quitting smoking, sleep support and mental wellbeing.
Support from your pharmacy
If you would like further information about improving your health or lifestyle, you can speak to a member of the pharmacy team. We can help signpost you to trusted NHS services and resources that may support your health and wellbeing.
