| Perspectives in Nutrition, 5/e Gordon M. Wardlaw,
Ohio State University Margaret W. Kessel,
Ohio State University
Nutrition for Infancy through Adolescence
Learning ObjectivesBy the end of this chapter, the student should be able to:
1.Describe the phases of growth and development for infants, children, and adolescents and techniques for assessment. |
| | | 2.Explain the consequences of undernutrition at different stages of growth and development. |
| | | 3.Understand the factors to be considered when introducing new foods to an infant's diet. |
| | | 4.Describe the nutritional problems common to adolescents. |
| | | 5.Define food allergies and intolerances, explain why they occur, and discuss how they are diagnosed and treated. |
| | | 6.Recognize the importance of establishing good eating habits early in life. |
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