Healthy eating for different age groups Our nutritional needs change with different life stages. Infancy(0to12) It is recommendation that infants be exclusively breastfeed up to around six months of age. Solid should be introduced around six months of age meet your baby's increasing nutritional and developmental needs. Adolescence For girls, this generally occurs around 10 to 11years of age.for boys it occurs later,at around 11 to 12 years. Recommendation include The extra energy required for growth and physical activity needs to be obtained from foods. Take away and fast food need to be balanced with nutrient foods such as wholegrain, nuts,fruits and meats. Milk,yogurt and cheese should be include. Adolescent girls should be particularly encouraged to consume milk and products. Young Adults Moving away from home,starting work and changing lifestyle can cause dietary changes that are not always beneficial for good health. Old age Physically acti...
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