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NUTRITIONAL INTAKE

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SIGNS OF PICKY EATING

DIRECTIONS

It is recommended to frequently monitor malnourished kids to assess their catch-up growth progress.

Fill the serving chart given below to know your child's calorie intake.

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PORTION SIZE GUIDE

Here are some easy comparisons to help you figure out how many servings your child has eaten.

portion-size
FRUITS
Fruit choices are approximately 60 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 1 small – or ½ large Apple, banana, orange, nectarine, pear, peach
food-01 ½ Grapefruit, mango
food-01 1 cup Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
food-01 1 cup Fresh melon cubes
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 60 Cal = 0 Calories
VEGETABLES
Vegetable choices are approximately 25 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 ½ cup Cooked vegetables (carrots, broccoli, zucchini, cabbage, etc.)
food-01 1 cup Raw vegetables or salad greens
food-01 ½ cup Vegetable juice
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 25 Cal = 0 Calories
PROTEIN
Protein choices are approximately 60 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-08 1 oz (by ckd weight) Poultry, meat, fish
food-01 1/4 cup Cottage cheese
food-01 1 slice (3/4 oz) Cheese (regular or processed)
food-01 1/8 slice Pizza Singles (8 inch diameter)
food-01 1½ pieces Chicken nuggets
food-01 1 Whole egg
food-01 1 tablespoon Peanut butter
food-01 1/4 cup Nuts (almonds, pistacios, peanuts, walnuts)
food-01 About 1/2 cup Tofu
0 servings x approximately 60 Cal = 0 Calories
STARCHES
Starch choices are approximately 80 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 1 slice Bread
food-01 ½ English muffin, hamburger bun, bagel
food-01 3/4 cup Cold cereal
food-01 1/2 cup Hot cereal
food-01 1/3 cup Rice, barley, couscous, or beans, cooked
food-01 1/2 cup Pasta, cooked
food-01 1/2 cup Starchy vegetables (corn, sweet potato, green peas)
food-01 1/2 small potato Baked potato
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 80 Cal = 0 Calories
FATS
Fats choices are approximately 50 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 1 Teaspoon Oil, butter, margarine, mayonnaise
food-01 1 Tablespoon Cream cheese
food-01 1 Teaspoon Salad dressing
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 50 Cal = 0 Calories
SNACKS
Snack choices are approximately 60 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food 1/2 small (1 oz) bag Chips, pretzels
food-01 2 cups Popcorn (plain, no butter)
food-01 2 Popsicles
food-01 1/4 cup Ice cream
food-01 2 Cookies, small (1 inch diameter)
food-01 4 Frosted animal crackers
food-01 1/2 Cupcake, no icing
food-01 1 Tablespoon Icing or frosting
food-01 1/2 cup Gelatin with fruit (Jello)
food-01 1/3 cup Pudding
food-01 2 Tablespoons M&M candies, jelly beans, Skittles
food-01 1 “Fun size” candy bar
food-01 2 “Mini” candy bars
food-01 2 Twizzlers
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 60 Cal = 0 Calories
BEVERAGES
Beverage choices are approximately 100 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 1 cup (8 fl oz) Milk, fat-free or 1%
food-01 2/3 cup (51/3 fl oz) Milk, whole
food-01 1 cup (8 fl oz) Soft drink/Soda, lemonade
food-01 3/4 cup (6 fl oz) Fruit juice, fruit drink
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 100 Cal = 0 Calories
SWEETENERS
Sweetener choices are approximately 50 Calories per serving. One serving equals:
food-01 1 Tablespoon or 3 packets Sugar, granulated
food-01 1 Tablespoon Syrup, honey, jelly, jam
OTHER    
0 servings x approximately 50 Cal = 0 Calories

CONSEQUENCES OF LOW
MICRO & MACRONUTRIENT DIET

YOUR CHILD’S
NUTRITIONAL ASSESSMENT

CALORIES CONSUMED

Fruits:
vegetables:
Proteins:
Starches:
Fats:
Snacks:
Beverages:
Sweeteners:
Total Calories Consumed
Total Calorie Needed

ACCEPTABLE MACRONUTRIENT DISTRIBUTION RANGES (AMDRS) FOR CHILDREN AGES 4-10

MACRONUTRIENT AMDR
Carbohydrate 45-65% of total calories
Protein 10-30% of total calories
Fat 25-35% of total calories
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NUTRITION TIPS FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH & GROWTH

Goodness of Fruits & Vegetables

Include fruits and vegetables in each meal. They are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C and potassium. Also, they provide dietary fibre, which can help maintain a healthy gut and prevent constipation and other digestion problems.

Variety Makes Sense

Offer your children food choices. Children appreciate trying a variety of foods, rather than having a standard offering every day. Variety ensures that children’s nutritional needs are met.

Say NO to Processed Foods

Most processed foods have high amounts of added sugar and sodium. It is advised not to add processed foods to your children’s daily menu, although occasional consumption is okay. Offer appealing snack choices such as nuts, vegetables, fruit and hummus in place of processed foods.

Keep Meat-Veg Balance

It is advised to have less animal protein in children’s diets. Meats are not the only source of protein. Beans, soy, lentils, peas, edamame, nuts, nut butters and whole grains, to name a few, are good sources of protein.

Go for Good Carbs

Carbohydrates are essential for active brains and growing muscles. The best kind of carbs — whole-grain bread, pasta and cereal; brown rice; potatoes; fruit; peas; and beans — are a good source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. Baked treats, sweets and sugary beverages are a quick source of energy, but are not nutritional.

Fat is Good

Kids need fats. They are a good source of energy and supply the body with essential fatty acids that are required to maintain a range of bodily processes.Also, no more than one-third of those fat calories should come from saturated fat. Limit the intake of processed foods high in saturated fat such as bacon, hot dogs, and hamburgers, and include healthy fats such as nuts, avocado and nut butters.

Teach Value of Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle

Children love delicious junk foods. Make your children love nutritional foods by educating them about the harmful effects of junk foods. Also encourage them to lead a healthy lifestyle.

REF: https://www.sharp.com/health-news/10-nutrition-tips-for-kids