diets for different age groups

Question 1

how do toddlers mainly get their calcium?

Answer 1

consuming 300ml of milk daily

Question 2

how do toddles prevent eating habits?

Answer 2

eating a range of different foods

Question 3

name 4 nutrients children need

Answer 3

protein, carbohydrates and fat, calcium and vitamin d

Question 4

why do children need protein?

Answer 4

growth and repair of their body

Question 5

why do children need carbohydrates and fat?

Answer 5

provides energy for growth and physical activity

Question 6

why do children need calcium and vitamin D?

Answer 6

for healthy teeth and bone development

Question 7

name 5 nutrients teenage girls need

Answer 7

protein, iron and vitamin C, calcium and vitamin D

Question 8

why do teenage girls need protein?

Answer 8

growth spurts

Question 9

why do teenage girls need iron and vitamin C?

Answer 9

to replace iron lost in periods, vitamin C assists the body in absorbing iron

Question 10

why do teenage girls need calcium and vitamin D?

Answer 10

helps skeleton reach peak size and bone density

Question 11

name 3 nutrients teenage boys need

Answer 11

protein, calcium and vitamin D

Question 12

why do teenage boys need protein?

Answer 12

growth spurts and muscle tissue development

Question 13

why do teenage boys need calcium and vitamin D?

Answer 13

helps skeleton reach peak size and bone density

Question 14

how can you prevent heart disease in late adulthood?

Answer 14

cutting down on saturated fats

Question 15

name 5 nutrients late adults need

Answer 15

vitamin A, B12, D, calcium and fibre

Question 16

why do late adults need vitamin A?

Answer 16

to maintain good eyesight

Question 17

why do late adults need vitamin B12?

Answer 17

keeps the brain healthy, prevents memory loss

Question 18

why do late adults need calcium and vitamin D?

Answer 18

prevents brittle and weak bones

Question 19

why do late adults need fibre?

Answer 19

prevents constipation due to weak digestive system