Healthy Eating in Children

Question 1

What is the rough onset for puberty based on

1. Weight
2. Body composition

Answer 1

1. ~30kgs

2. ~10% fat

Question 2

Female changes in body composition

Answer 2

Decrease proportion of lean muscle
Increase proportion of fat mass
Peak needs 10-13 years

Question 3

Male changes in body composition

Answer 3

Increased proportion of lean muscle
Decreased proportion of fat mass
Peak needs 12-15 years

Question 4

When is the slowest growth of childhood?

Answer 4

During middle childhood

Question 5

Changes in Canada’s new food guide

Answer 5

No more food groups
No more serving sizes
Water is the preferred beverage
Reduced intake of processed foods
Emphasis on food related behaviours