Questions:
1. Describe growth patterns of infants and explain how to use growth charts.
2. Identify nutritional and other health benefits of breast feeding. Discuss the factors used in the selection of an infant formula.
3. Why are solid foods not recommended for an infant during the first few months of life? When is an infant ready to start eating solid foods?
4. Discuss the appropriate age and procedure used for the introduction of cow's milk and solids into an infant's diet.
5. Explain the nutritional needs of young children, including energy, protein, lipids, vitamins, minerals and water.
6. Discuss the effect of nutritional deficiency on behavior and food allergies and intolerances.
7. Describe the incidence of childhood obesity and the role of heredity and environmental factors, the development of type-two diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
8. Describe the changes in nutrient needs from childhood to adolescence. What factors influence adolescence eating habits?