Foods and Nutrition 1021 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Dental Caries, Food Intolerance, Lactose Intolerance

• School: Western University
• Department: Foods and Nutrition
• Course: Foods and Nutrition 1021
• Professor: Noelle Martin

Document Summary

Accumulation of a larger mass, greater density of bone, muscle tissue, & refinement of. Milk remains a central source of ca, pro, & other nutrients. Need to restrict foods high in added sugars, safa, calories. Children need to be fed calories and protein per kg bw. Need for calories declines in amt/kg bw from the extraordinarily high demand of infancy. Protein needs increase slightly as child grows larger; needs covered well by typical. Cho & fiber cho recommendations based on glucose use by brain (min. Fiber recommendations adjusted downward for picky eaters who take in little energy; intake = age + 5 gram. Fat & fatty acids dri range of 30-40% of energy for children 1-3 y. o. (25-35% for 4-18 y. o. ) Efa critical to proper development of nerve, eye, & other tissues. Vitamins & minerals balanced diet of nutritious foods can meet children"s needs, except iron.