3.2.3.1 Choices for a Balanced Diet — AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition 8585

Understand and apply current government guidelines for a healthy diet, such as the Eatwell Guide.
Calculate portion sizes and cost out ingredients when meal planning.
Explain how nutritional needs change across life stages and plan balanced diets for young children, teenagers, adults, and the elderly.
Plan balanced meals for specific dietary groups, including vegetarian, vegan, coeliac, lactose-intolerant, and high-fibre diets.
Understand the dietary principles required to maintain a healthy body weight throughout life.
Apply practical skills by selecting ingredients, cooking methods, and portion sizes that meet the specific nutritional needs of different dietary groups and life stages.
Plan, prepare, cook, modify, and create recipes tailored to diverse dietary requirements.

Choices for a Balanced Diet