Growth

Definition Measuring Growth Nutrition for a Children Curve and the Rate of Growth

Growth

Is the increase in body size Is the increase of number of cells Is the increase of weight The growth process is irreversible and

permanent Consumption of Food provides energy

and the building blocks needed for Growth

Increase in Height and Weight

Human Growth

Physical Changes Mental Changes Social Changes Spiritual Changes

Characteristic of Growth

Height = taller Weight = heavier

Growth Curve

Represent the growth rate of human in different stages

Growth Curve

5 Stages of Human Growth

Infancy: grows very quickly Childhood: slow growth Adolescence: grows very quickly Adulthood: minimal growth Old Age: negative growth

Growth Curve of Boys and Girls

At 4 years old, a boy will have a faster growth rate than a girl

Girls reach puberty at 12 and grow faster than boys who reach puberty at 14

Growth Curve of the Boys and Girls

Nutrition of a Children

Nutritious foods and Healthy Diet is needed for healthy growth of children

Important Minerals and Vitamin for Children

Mineral Sources Uses Deficiency

Iron Liver, Meat, Vegetables

Build hemoglobin

Anaemia

Calcium Cheese, eggs, milk

Builds strong teeth and bones, help blood clotting

Rickets

Vitamin C Citrus food, Guava, Green vegetables

Maintain healthy skin and gums, heal wounds quickly

Scurvy

Vitamin D Eggs, Butter, Milk, Fish

Help in the absorption of Calcium and phosphorus, form strong teeth and bones

Rickets

Important food Classes for Children

Nutrients Function

Carbohydrates Give energy

Fibre Prevent constipation

Proteins Build new cells

Oils and Fats Keep body warm, provide energy when needed