Define overweight and obesity for children
For children, obesity is defined as a BMI at or above the CDC growth chart criterion of 95th percentile based on gender and age standards. Overweight reflects a BMI at or above the CDC growth criterion of 85th percentile, but lower than the 95th percentile based on gender and age standards.
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Indicate whether statement is true or false.
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a. vitamin E b. iron c. thiamin d. vitamin C e. vitamin D
Which statement about aging is untrue?
What term is used to describe families that have no clear boundaries and that discourage independence and individualism?
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