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Diets through the lifecycle

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  • Why do teenagers need calcium?
    Answer: For strong bones and teeth
  • Why should salt not be added to baby food?
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  • By what age should babies be eating similar foods to the rest of the family?
    Answer: Around 1 year old
  • Give one example of a food suitable for a baby during weaning
    Answer: Mashed vegetables or pureed fruit
  • At what age do babies usually begin weaning?
    Answer: Around 6 months
  • Why might teenage girls need more iron?
    Why might teenage girls need more iron?
  • Why is breakfast important for teenagers?
    Answer: It helps concentration and energy levels
  • Why do teenagers need more food than children?
    Answer: They are growing rapidly
  • What is the name for the stage when babies begin eating solid food?
    Answer: Weaning.
  • Name one food that contains calcium
    Answer: Milk, cheese, yogurt, green veg
  • What is one advantage of breastfeeding?
    Answer: It is free / sterile / always the correct temperature
  • Why should parents introduce one food at a time during weaning?
    Answer: To identify allergies or intolerances
  • Which mineral is important for healthy blood?
    Iron
  • Why is breast milk good for babies?
    Answer: It contains all the nutrients a baby needs
  • Which nutrient helps children grow and repair their bodies?
    Answer: Protein
  • What are the two types of milk babies can have in the first few months of life?
    Breast milk or formula milk
  • Which nutrient helps build strong bones and teeth?
    Answer: Calcium
  • What can happen if children eat too many sugary foods?
    Answer: Tooth decay or poor health
  • Name one food that contains protein.
    Answer: Meat, eggs, fish, beans
  • What can happen if teenagers do not get enough iron?
    Answer: They may feel tired or develop anaemia.
  • What does the word weaning mean?
    Answer: Introducing solid foods to a baby
  • Which nutrient gives children energy?
    Carbs
  • Name one food that contains iron.
    Answer: Red meat, spinach, beans, fortified cereals
  • Why must bottles and equipment be sterile when using formula milk?
    Answer: To prevent bacteria and illness