Fun Facts
True or false adolescents need a lot of Kcalories to help with growth and development?
True
Are females or males more likely to have low iron?
Females
Do male or female adolescents need more daily Kcalories?
Males
What vitamin comes from the sun?
Vitamin D
What age range does adolescence refer to?
10-24yrs
Are females or males more likely to have low calcium intake?
Females
Why does being active require more kcalories than living a sedentary lifestyle?
Your body uses more Kcalories to function when you are active.
What mineral does red meat have that adolescents require?
Iron
What percent of adolescents tried to lose weight in the last few years?
40 percent
Why do adolescent boys need more iron?
Helps develop lean body mass
How many Kcalories do sedentary adolescent girls need?
1800 Kcalories
What nutrient does dairy have?
Dairy and Vitamin D
What other stage of life requires as much or more Kcalories as adolescents?
Pregnancy/lactation
Why do adolescent girls need more iron?
Menstration/ loss of blood
How Many Kcalories do very active girls need?
2,400 Kcalories
What mineral do dark leafy greens contain?
Iron
When does growth spurt begin in both females and males?
Females: 10-11yrs Males: 12-13yrs
Name all three important nutrients for adolescents
Iron, Vitamin D, Calcium
How many Kcalories do very active boys need?
Up to 3400 Kcalories
How milk is required for adolescents to meet their daily Vitamin D intake?
4 cups