Feeding Guidelines

Because nutritional needs change as we age and impact our health and development.

Because everyone needs the same nutrients throughout life.

Because nutrition only matters in childhood.

Because adults do not need to worry about nutrition.

Vitamin C and fiber

High protein and iron

Vitamin A and zinc

Omega-3 and potassium

Exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months

Introducing solids gradually

Avoiding salt, sugar, and honey

Providing high protein meals

Start at 3 months, introduce all foods at once, feed large amounts, avoid breast milk during weaning

Start at 6 months, one food at a time, begin soft foods, feed small amounts

Start at 12 months, only solid foods, feed small amounts, avoid soft foods

Start at 6 months, introduce spicy foods, feed large amounts, continue only formula

Breast milk or infant formula

Solid foods

Cow's milk

Fruit juices

Vitamin B12

Vitamin C

Fiber

Omega-3 fatty acids