Diet and life stages

A healthy diet is important at every stage of your life

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In this section:

Eating a healthy balanced diet is important for us all, but we have different dietary needs at different life stages.  Pregnant women, children and older people all need slightly different things from their diets.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Information for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive

Read more pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Children and young people

Growing children and young people need a healthy diet to support their developing bodies

Find out more
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Adults aged 65 and over

Eating a balanced diet and drinking enough can help you stay healthy and active as you get older

Find out more about over 65
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