what is nutrient in adulthood? (exam 2)

Question 1

what is normal development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers?

Answer 1

• infants = BW triples in first years
• toddlers (1 - 3) = gain 8 ounces a month, 1 cm height/mo
• preschoolers (3-5) = gain 2 kg and 7 cm per year

Question 2

what is the nutrition requirements for toddlers, preschoolers, preadolescent?

Answer 2

• toddlers = 1300 kcal, 16 g/day
• preschoolers = 1800 kcal, 24 g/day
• preadolescents = 200 - 2200 kcals (protein 28 - 46 g/day)

Question 3

what are the health consequences of OW/OB?

Answer 3

• premature death
• cardiovascular disease
• hypertension
• osteoarthritis
• cancers
• diabetes