NUTRITIONAL NEEDS OF INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT

FOOD AND NUTRITION SSS1 THIRD TERM   

WEEK 7

NUTRITIONAL NEEDS OF INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENT

CONTENT

INFANTS

Covers the period from birth to a year. It is a period of rapid growth.

Dietary needs of infants

1. Milk and milk preparation:- are adequate sources of nourishment for the first 4-6 months of life. Breast milk is best for infants.

2. Semi-solids:- After about four months an infant can be introduced to semi-solid food. The energy needs of the infant can be supplied by special cereals such as maize or millet porridge.

3. Protein requirement is higher for growth.

4. Vitamin supplements should be added to infants' food. Orange juice is a good source of vitamin C for infants.

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