Life Stages

Humans have evolved as omnivorous hunter-gatherers over the past 250,000 years. The diet of early modern humans varied significantly depending on location and climate. The diet in the tropics tended to be based more heavily on plant foods, while the diet at higher latitudes tended more towards animal products. Analysis of postcranial and cranial remains of humans and animals from the Neolithic, along with detailed bone modification studies have shown that cannibalism was also prevalent among prehistoric humans.
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Your body's nutritional needs change throughout your life. This section looks at the most important nutrients for each stage and how to include them in delicious and nutritious meals.
Preconception: The nutrients that could increase your chances of conceiving.
Pregnancy: The foods to include and avoid now you're 'eating for two'.
Infants, birth to four months: Why breastfeeding is best, plus tips for lactating mums.
Toddlers, one to four years: What your child eats now could affect his future health.
Children, five to 12 years: How to encourage a love for a variety of healthy, nutritious foods.
Teenagers: Ways in which puberty affects your nutritional needs.
Adults: Eat a healthy, balanced diet to ensure your good health.
Over-50s: How dietary requirements can change as you get older.