Children have high nutrient requirements due to?
Rapid growth during Childhood
At what age does children achieve half their adult height?
2 years
Mention 2 consequences of Protein Deficiency
Increased risk of Infections, Growth Retardation, Compromised cognitive functions
Deficiency of iron can lead to?
Poor Mental and Psychomotor Skills
- from food can help boost immunity children
Probiotics
Calcium makes about what percentage of Bone
70%
What are the vitamins found in breast milk that helps in the formation of bones and teeth.
Vitamin D and Calcium. Vitamin D helps to absorb calcium into baby's bones
Describe the first 1000 days of Life
First 270 days (in Pregnancy) + 365 days (1st year) + 365 days (2nd year)
DHA can be obtained form food. Yes or No?
Yes
Deficiency of Vitamin B 12 can lead to?
Poor Short term Memory
One of the main nutrients required for bone metabolism is?
Calcium
Mention 5 Nutrients that help with Brain development
Iron, Protein, DHA, Cholin, Vitamin B 12, Zinc
Mention 2 long term consequences of excessive protein in early life
NCDs, Obesity, Overweight, Diabetes
Proteins are key to building a strong foundation for Life. Yes or No?
Yes
Deficiency of Iodine in mothers may result in?
Cognitive impairment in Children
What nutrient promotes the absorption of Calcium?
Vitamin D
Mention 2 delicate conditions of a new born
Physiologically Immaturity (Digestive system, Renal system), Immune system Immaturity (Innate system and Acquired system)
Excessive Protein Intake can cause excessive stress on Infants Kidney. Yes or No ?
Yes
Why is Regular milk not suitable for Infants?
1. It contains too much Protein, Sodium and Saturated fats
2. It contains too little essential Fatty acids, Vitamin D and Iron
TRUE or FALSE I should not take any medication when breastfeeding.
FALSE Some medications are safe take while breastfeeding. Discuss with your doctor or public health nurse. Certain medications can be dangerous to take while breastfeeding.
Mention 2 consequences of Calcium and Vitamin D deficiency
Rickets and Osteomalacia
Mention 5 components of Breast milk
Protein, Probiotics, Lysosymes, Lactose, Glucides, Lipids, Cholesterol
Which hormone makes the body to produce milk?
Prolactin
What factors should you consider in the absence of Breast milk?
Opti-Pro, Probiotics, DHA & ARA, Protective immunonutrients
Name 3 ways a mother can tell the baby is getting enough breastmilk ?
Wet diapers/Soiled diapers; Gaining weight; Mouth moist; Breasts feel soft after a feed; Baby satisfied after feeding; Baby sleeps well