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Nutrient needs of the infant (0-12 months) and factors that influence energy needs
Energy, protein, fat; vitamin D, iron; water (specific amounts for energy and protein only)
Energy needs of infant
- first 6 mo: 108kcal/kg BW
- 6-12 mo: 98kcal/kg BW
Protein Needs of infant
- 0-6 months: 1.52 g/kg/d
- 7-12 months: 1.2 g/kg/d
Importance of fat for infant
supports rapid growth of early Infancy
energy supply to liver,brain, and muscles
Importance of Vitamin D in infant
If not getting enough sunshine, will need supplementation, most formulas provide thi
Iron needs for Infant
- first 4-6 mo, infants have sufficient body stores
- after, need iron-fortified foods, supplements
What provides sufficient water for infants during the first 6 months?
Breast milk
After 6 months, how much water can be offered to infants in a cup?
~1-2 oz
What is recommended for infants to replenish electrolytes?
, Pedialyte
When should juice be limited for infants?
Until after age 1
When does weight double for infantes?
by 5 months
When does length double for infants?
12 months
What is the nutrient composition of cow's milk?
Cow's milk has the highest concentration of protein and lowest concentration of carbs; 19
kcal/oz.
How does infant formula compare to cow's milk in terms of nutrient composition?
Infant formula is higher in carbs and lower in fat; 20 kcal/oz.
What is the nutrient composition of human milk (EBM)?
Human milk (EBM) is higher in fat, moderate in carbs, and lower in protein.
Regular formula
mimics composition of human milk; cow's milk mixed w veg oils and added CHO
Soy based formula
Not hypoallergenic
Hydrolyzed formula
lactose free, small peptides and AA for easier absorption; not for those with milk or soy allergy
Amino acid-based formula
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Nutrient needs of the infant (0-12 months) and factors that influence energy needs
Energy, protein, fat; vitamin D, iron; water (specific amounts for energy and protein only)
Energy needs of infant
- first 6 mo: 108kcal/kg BW
- 6-12 mo: 98kcal/kg BW
Protein Needs of infant
- 0-6 months: 1.52 g/kg/d
- 7-12 months: 1.2 g/kg/d
Importance of fat for infant
supports rapid growth of early Infancy
energy supply to liver,brain, and muscles
Importance of Vitamin D in infant
If not getting enough sunshine, will need supplementation, most formulas provide thi
Iron needs for Infant
- first 4-6 mo, infants have sufficient body stores
- after, need iron-fortified foods, supplements
What provides sufficient water for infants during the first 6 months?
Breast milk
After 6 months, how much water can be offered to infants in a cup?
~1-2 oz
What is recommended for infants to replenish electrolytes?
, Pedialyte
When should juice be limited for infants?
Until after age 1
When does weight double for infantes?
by 5 months
When does length double for infants?
12 months
What is the nutrient composition of cow's milk?
Cow's milk has the highest concentration of protein and lowest concentration of carbs; 19
kcal/oz.
How does infant formula compare to cow's milk in terms of nutrient composition?
Infant formula is higher in carbs and lower in fat; 20 kcal/oz.
What is the nutrient composition of human milk (EBM)?
Human milk (EBM) is higher in fat, moderate in carbs, and lower in protein.
Regular formula
mimics composition of human milk; cow's milk mixed w veg oils and added CHO
Soy based formula
Not hypoallergenic
Hydrolyzed formula
lactose free, small peptides and AA for easier absorption; not for those with milk or soy allergy
Amino acid-based formula
