The Human Life Cycle

As we get older, we change and go through different stages.

Infancy

Infancy (0/6 years)

N. Shape & size change greatly. Infants need lots of food.

I.Dependent on others. Infants

develop their senses and learn to talk and walk

R. No changes.N = Nutrition I = Interaction R = Reproduction

Childhood

Childhood (7/12 years)

N.Children need food from all groups. Breakfast is very

important

I.Interact with family & friends.

Learn how to read.

R. At the end, the reproductive system starts to change

Adolescence

Adolescence (13/19 years)

N. Need lots of energy to grow and be active.

I.Keep learning. Slowly

become adults. Body stops growing and changes a lot.

R. The reproductive system changes.

Adulthood

Adulthood (20/64 years)

N. Body does not grow, so adults need less food.

I.Mental and emotional full

development. Gain experience & responsibility.

R. Adults’ bodies are ready to have children.

Old age

Old age (64/…years)

N.The intestine absorbs less

nutrients. They need a healthy diet & more nutrients.

I.The body works more slowly.

Some adults need help. Others are active and happy.

R. The reproductive system stops working.