Nutrition Over the Life Span

Nutrition Over the Life Span. Principles of Human Services.

Do our nutritional needs change as we get older? How?.

Dietary Needs at Different Stages. Pregnancy Infants Children Teenagers Adults Seniors and older adults.

Pregnant Mothers. Maintaining good nutrition and health habits and getting proper medical care are the most important responsibilities of the pregnant mother..

Nutritional Needs During Pregnancy. Folate, folic acid More foods from: Dairy Group Protein Foods Group Fruit Group Vegetable Group Grains Group Should add 300 calories a day to diet.

Infants. A baby needs the right nourishment which may be mother’s milk or infant formula..

Nutritional Needs for Infants-Matching Game. Age of Infant Birth to six months Four to six months Six to eight months Seven to ten months Eight to Twelve months One to two years.

Children. Need a regular meal schedule Stomachs are small, energy levels high Snacks to satisfy food needs Active, growing children need a regular meal schedule.

Teenagers. Most rapid growth period Dramatic physical changes Fit healthy eating into busy schedules Eat foods for nutrition when eating with friends.

Nutrition for Teens. Importance of Nutrition for Teens (click on link).

Adults. Exercise Weight control Healthy diet Regular visits to the doctor Active lifestyle.

Seniors and Older Adults. Want to remain independent May need assistance in shopping and cooking Can purchase convenience foods Community may provide meal assistance.

Factors that Affect Food Choices. Appearance Fitness Weight Protection from illness.

Factors that Food Choices Affect. Healing Emotional strength Future Health.

ChooseMyPlate. The different plate shape is to help grab consumers’ attention with a new visual cue that is a familiar mealtime symbol..

ChooseMyPlate. Fruits Vegetabl Grains Protein Choos MyPlate gov.

ChooseMyPlate. Educating yourself on the food groups, healthy fats and what vitamins and minerals your body needs are just a few steps in the right direction..

Recommended Dietary Guidelines 2010. Build a healthy plate Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars, and salt Eat the right amount of calories for you Be physically active your way.

Relation to Health, Wellness, and Disease. Your food and physical activity choices each day affect your health – how you feel today, tomorrow, and in the future..

Wellness. Good health Positive well-being Includes physical, mental, and emotional health Reflected in attitude and behavior.

Careers in Family and Community Services. What Dietitians and Nutritionists Do (click on link).

Questions?.