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Pregnancy/ Lactation
A women has increased energy, protien, mineral, and vitamin . The women needs extra nutrients to replace nutrients secreted in the milk. -
Infancy ( Birth to 12 Months )
A baby needs iron reserves because he or she consumes onlly breast milk or infant formula during the first few months.
Never give honey to an infant, it may contain the spores that cause botulism. An infant's immune system is not fully developed to fight off this disease. -
Toddler ( 1 & 2 years old )
Toddlers need to consume whole milk beacuse it helps them get the fats and calories for devlopment Small, hard foods: Hard candies, cough drops, nuts, and popcorn are potential choking hazards. Seeds may be too small to choke on but can get stuck in a child’s airway and cause an infection. -
Preschool ( 3 & 4 year old)
The diet should supply enough calories for weight gain that fits a child normal rate of development. -
School age ( 6-12yrs old)
The school -aged child should eat foods from all the food groups. childern ages nine and over need a third cup of milk each day . all food choices should be nutrient dense to promote growth and development. -
Teenagers ( 13-17)
Foods that teenagers should avoid eating are listed below
Sugary cereals.
High-sugar fruit and soda drinks.
Full-fat cheese, milk.
Fried anything.
Cheesy, creamy sauces.
Full-fat, high-sugar items (ice cream, cookies, brownies, cakes) -
Adults (18+)
Adults need to be sure to eat recommended amounts of whole grains, vegetables, and fruits. Cutting out just 50 to 100 calories per day can help prevent slow weight gain. Being active for 60 minutes on most days can also keep weight in a healthy range. -
Older Adults
The recommended energy intake for active men 51 years of age is about 2800 calories. The recommended intake for active women of the same age is about 2200 calories. The diet of many adults tend to be low in calcium, potassium, fiber, magnesium, and vitamins A, C, and E.
