Nutrition and Growth Flashcards
what leads growth in infancy?
nutrition
what are the two periods of rapid growth?
infancy
puberty
what leads growth in childhood?
growth hormones
what leads growth in puberty?
sex steroids
when does linear growth cease?
after the pubertal growth spurt
what does RNI stand for?
the reference nutrient intake
what is the RNI?
the amount of nutrient that will be adequate for 97.5% of the population
what is RNI used for?
protein
vitamins
minerals
what does EAR stand for?
estimated average requirements
what is EAR used for?
the energy requirements of the population
what does LRNI stand for?
the lower reference nutrient intake
what is the LRNI?
the amount of nutrient that will be sufficient for the 2.5% of the population with the lowest needs
what are the three broad groups of malnutrition?
undernutrition
micronutrient related
overweight + obesity
what are the three types of undernutrition?
wasting
stunting
underweight
what is wasting?
low weight for height
what is stunting?
low heigh fo rage
what is the RNI for protein for infants aged 4-18 months?
12-14.5g
what is the recommended salt intake for infants 0-12 months?
<400mg
what is the recommended salt intake for children 1-3 years?
<800mg
when do babies need exogenous ion?
not for the first 6 months
what is the optimal dietary source for calcium in the first year of life?
breast milk
when is exclusive breastfeeding recommended?
the first 6 months of an infants life
what are the only drinks that should be offered for a baby aged 6-12 months?
breast milk
formula
water
