Discuss the feeding recommendations for the first year of a baby's life
What will be an ideal response?
Provide breast milk or iron-fortified formula as the baby's primary source of calories. Do not start the baby on cow's milk until after this first year. Avoid honey and foods containing food allergens. Supplement the diet with vitamins K and D and sources of iron or iron-fortified foods. Introduce solid foods gradually and only after all the developmental milestones have been observed. Avoid providing too much fiber and excessive amounts of fruit juice.
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A) They are essential minerals. B) They provide 4 kcal/g. C) They are organic nutrients. D) Fiber is the most essential vitamin.
The total energy expenditure (TEE) of an individual who weighs 110 pounds is 1870 calories. Calculate the physical activity factor.
a. 1.3 b. 1.7 c. 2.1 d. 1.9
Carbohydrate absorption occurs almost exclusively in the stomach.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Paisley usually has four bowel movements each week. Based on this information, Paisley should
A. increase her intake of high-fiber foods and fiber wafers to relieve her chronic constipation. B. not worry, because she is not constipated. C. consult her physician to determine why she is constipated. D. take a gentle laxative so she has at least one bowel movement daily.