NHS Healthy Choices Quiz
What is this?
The NHS has officially launched the new NHS Healthy Choices Quiz. The quiz is designed to make it easier than ever for people to take a simple first step towards feeling healthier - especially those who may be unsure where to start. Their new Campaign from 4 November 2025 launched with a new mascot 'Kenny the Hamster' and are encouraging as many people as possible to take part, there is no end date to the Campaign.
The quiz captures some basic demographic information and encourages users to reflect on their health motivations before guiding them through a series of lifestyle questions spanning six key themes:
- Movement
- Eating
- Alcohol consumption
- Smoking and Vaping
- Mental Health
- Sleep
Upon completion, users receive an overall score out of 10, giving them an indication of how their lifestyle may be impacting their health and wellbeing, as well as showing how they’re doing in each individual area.
Most importantly, the quiz provides personalised recommendations for any areas where changes may be beneficial. These include signposting to proven NHS apps, expert advice, and supportive resources, empowering users to make positive changes with confidence. There’s also an option to sign up to the NHS email programme for ongoing tips and support delivered straight to their inbox.
In addition to encourage as many people as possible to complete the quiz the new Campaign has developed a suite of campaign assets that feature 'Kenny the Hamster', which include: A campaign tookit, soical media graphics, digital screen graphics, posters and an email signature.
How long does it take?
The quiz is roughly 5 minutes depending on time spent to consider your answer before submitting a response. Once you have completed the quiz you are free to spend as much time as you like browsing the resources.
Cost?
The quiz as well as the resources are all free.
Instructions:
Click on the link below and once you have reached the site, click on the 'Start Quiz' box to get started. Keep in mind that there are no wrong answers, just the right start! This quiz is for adults aged 18 and over. Do not use this quiz if you are aged 17 and under or have an existing health condition, like diabetes or heart disease. If you're worried about your health, speak to a GP. If you're pregnant, speak to a midwife or GP about this quiz.
