Growth and Development Flashcards
(13 cards)
Who grows at a rapid rate in height and weight?
Babies, young children, and adolescents grow at a rapid rate in height and weight.
What happens to growth in the elderly?
In the elderly, most growth has stopped and nutrients are mainly used for repairing their bodies.
What role does food play in body growth and development?
Food plays a major part in the growth and development of body cells.
What is the building block for the body?
Protein is the building block for the body.
Where is protein found in the body?
Protein is found in bone, teeth, skin, and muscle.
What may occur if a person is lacking protein in their diet?
Side effects such as stunted growth may occur if a person is lacking protein in their diet.
What do foods provide for the body?
Foods provide the materials needed to build, repair, and maintain body tissues.
Which nutrients are best for growth?
Proteins, fats, and minerals are the best nutrients for growth.
What do growing bodies need?
Growing bodies need plenty of proteins, fats, and minerals.
What process do all people go through, regardless of growth?
Every person goes through a continual repair process of replacing injured or dead cells.
What supplies the nutrients necessary for the repair process?
Food supplies the nutrients necessary for the repair process.
What is one of the most important functions of food?
One of the most important functions of food is that of building the body.
