Nutrition Flashcards
In infants, what is growth primarily led by?
Nutrition
In children, what is growth primarily led by?
Growth hormone
In adolescents, what is growth primarily led by?
Sex steroids
What is the recommended daily physical activity from after birth to 5 years?
3hrs/day
What is the recommended daily physical activity for children 5-18 years?
>/= 60mins of moderate-vigorous per day
At least 3 days/week
What is the recommended feeding in the first 6 months of life?
Breastfeeding only
At what age should weaning:
a) Be recommended to start
b) Not commence before
a) 6 months
b) 17 weeks
What is infant formula milk?
Modified cows’ milk (whey or casein based)
(Whey is recommended in the first year of life)
How should normal cows’ milk be introduced at the following ages?
a) 6-9 months
b) 12 months
c) 2 years
d) 5 years
a) 6-9 months - Small amounts used in cooking
b) 12 months - Introduced as a drink
c) 2 years - Do not give semi-skimmed before this age
d) 5 years - Do not give skimmed before this age
Which type of complementary foods are recommended as first foods?
Gluten free foods
It is not necessary to add what to a baby’s food?
Salt or sugar
Foods fortified with what are recommended as early complementary foods?
Iron
Potentially allergenic foods should be introduced _________
Potentially allergenic foods should be introduced individually
(e.g. eggs, nuts)
Why is it not recommended to continue allowing an infant to use a cup with a valve after 6 months?
- Prevents further motor control development
- Bad for teeth
When should tooth brushing begin?
As soon as the first tooth comes through
