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, toddlers - ANSWER Age 1 to 3 years
Rapid growth rate of infancy begins to slow
Gain 5.5 to 7.5 inches and 9 to 11 pounds
High energy requirement due to increased activity level
toddler macronutrients - ANSWER 30-40% of total kcal from fat
1.10 g of protein per kg body weight per day
130 g carbohydrates per day
14 g fiber per 1,000 kcal of energy consumed
toddler micronutrients - ANSWER Ensure adequate intake of the micronutrients
obtained from fruits and vegetables, including
Vitamins A, C, E; calcium; iron; zinc
Calcium is necessary to promote optimal bone mass
Iron-deficiency anemia is the most common nutrient deficiency in young children
toddler's fluid needs - ANSWER 1.3 liters/day
toddler supplements - ANSWER Toddlers may need _________ due to their erratic
eating habits, especially for fluoride.
_____________ should not exceed 100% of the Daily Value for any nutrient
toddler nutritious food choices - ANSWER Most toddlers have an innate ability to match
their intake with their needs
Keeping a nutritious variety of foods available encourages a healthful diet
Food should not be forced on a child
Do not use bribery to encourage children to eat
Foods prepared should be fun
vegan - ANSWER ______ diets may not be healthful for toddlers. Due to the restriction
of no foods from animal origin there are potential risks:
Protein
Calcium
Zinc and iron
Vitamins D and B12
Fiber - ANSWER risks of deficiencies associated with vegan diets for toddlers:
young children - ANSWER Age 4 to 8 years
Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) values are the same for both boys and girls through the
age of about 8