As we age, and our bodies change, nutritional needs may change as well. There are various stages of life that we will be reviewing.
· Pregnancy
· Infancy (0-3 years)
· Childhood (4-11)
· Adolescence (12-21)
· Adulthood (21-60)
· Older Adult (60+)
Pregnant women have increased requirements for calories and for most nutrients. Some nutrients are more important than others. What are some of the most important vitamins and mineral needed during the pregnancy stage? Why are these nutrients needed?
The nutritional status and health of American children and adolescents has been declining in recent years.
What are some reasons for this decline?
What are some health issues that are occurring in children and teens?
What are some important vitamins and minerals that children and teens need and why?
What steps can parents take to improve the nutritional status and health of children and adolescents and reverse this trend?