The Healthy Choices Quiz aims to encourage adults— particularly those aged 40–60 and from more deprived backgrounds—to take control of their health and identify where they need support.

Health minister Ashley Dalton said: ‘Taking this quick and easy quiz could be the first step for people to live healthier and happier lives.

‘We're doing our part to cut smoking, obesity and provide better mental health support - this quiz gives people the chance to help themselves by taking advantage of expert NHS advice at the touch of a screen.

‘This simple, free and easily available quiz will bring expert NHS advice to your fingertips as part of our 10-Year Health Plan to move from treating sickness to preventing it.'

The quiz asks questions on a range of topics, including nutrition, movement, smoking, vaping, alcohol consumption, mental health and sleep.

Research from University College London estimates that 19m adults in their middle years could boost their mood by making a healthy change. Increasing physical activity can improve mental wellbeing in just four weeks.