Flashcards in Healthy Eating Guidelines Deck (6)
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Balanced diets
Contains the nutrients the body needs in the right proportions
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The food groups bottom to top
Carbohydrates, vitamins & minerals, dairy, protein, fat
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Diet for babies
Breastfeed, wean at four to six months
Avoid adding salt and sugar in foods
At eight months eat varied diet
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Diet for young children
Adequate protein, calcium and energy
Healthy eating habits should develop & food fads discouraged
Frequent meals or snacks, no sugary or fatty foods
Beware food alerts
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Diet for adolescents
High energy intakes for growth spurt
Enough calcium and iron are essential
Variety of foods and physical activity
Avoid foods high in fat, sugar and salt
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