children and adolescents Flashcards
What ages need higher fat and protein intake?
ages 1-3 years old
What disease is common during the transition to solid foods?
iron deficiency anemia
What disease increases risk of childhood chronic conditions?
childhood obesity
What are the three approaches to helping obese children?
individual-level interventions, whole family engaged, not only diet but physical and mental
What is the goal for obese children?
as the child grows taller, weight remains the same (grow out of excess body weight)
What is the goal of Ontario’s healthy kids strategy?
reduce obesity by 20% in 5 years
How to help avoid allergies in children?
don’t delay introduction (after 6 mo)
What are some bad food intakes that adolescents begin to incorporate?
soft drinks and high calorie snacks
What is the point where bones grow longer?
epiphyseal plate
What ages have peak bone mass?
ages 12-30
Which nutrient is highly important during growth spurts and menstruation?
iron
What are some high sources of iron?
tofu, high fibre cereals, seafood,…
How can we diagnose iron-deficiency anemia?
serum ferritin (iron stores) and hemoglobin content
Which form of iron is plant based?
non-heme (2-20% absorbed)
What vitamin helps to increase iron absorption?
vitamin C
