NUTRITION
CHILD NUTRITION
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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From ages 1 to 10, as a child grows, calorie needs decrease but nutrient needs increase
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Dietary needs change with aging in several ways: People become less active, their metabolism slows, their energy requirement decreases, all of which mean that they need to eat less.
Detailed explanation-2: -Children during a growth spurt, require higher amounts of calories to maintain the body as well as to grow. The daily recommended caloric intake for children 11 to 12 years range between 1800 and 2200 kcal/day.
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