Childhood Flashcards
1
Q
Key nutrients for children
A
Iron
Calcium
Vitamin D
Protein
Lipids
2
Q
Role of lipid Intake in children
A
Prevent asthma, ADHD, allergies
3
Q
Key factors influencing food intake in children
A
School policy
Family habits
Family mealtime
Media and marketing
Food availability
Culture
4
Q
Consequences of fussy eating behaviours
A
Low intake vitamin c, e, folate, fibre
Low immune response
5
Q
Underlying causes for fussy eating
A
Autism
Adhd
Asthma
GORD
Stress
Conflict
Respiratory infection
6
Q
Strategies for healthy eating in children
A
Model good food habits
Avoid food as reward/punishment
Encourage nutritious snacking
Self regulation
Involvement in cooking
Limit excess sugar/salt
Water as main drink
