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Chapter Summary for Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies 11e Chapter 14 – Child, Teen, and Older Adult Children’s nutrient needs reflect their stage of growth. For a healthy child, use the DRI recommended intakes, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2005, and the MyPyramid as guides to establish food patterns that provide adequate nourishment for growth without obesity. Healthy eating habits and positive relationships with food are learned in childhood. Parents teach children best by example. Choking can often be avoided by supervision during meals and avoiding hazardous foods. The detrimental effects of nutrient deficiencies in children in developed nations can be subtle. Iron deficiency is the most widespread nutrition problem of children and causes abnormalities in both physical health and behavior. Iron toxicity is a major form of poisoning in children. Lead poisoning has declined dramatically over the past two decades, but when it occurs it can inflict severe, irreparable damage on growing children. Higher awareness of the remaining sources of lead poisoning can help to reduce its present rate of occurrence. Food allergies can cause serious illness. Diagnosis is based on the presence of antibodies, and tests are imperative to determine whether allergy exists. Food aversions can be related to food allergies or to adverse reactions to food. Hyperactivity, properly named attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), is not caused by food allergies or additives; temporary “hyper” behavior may reflect excess caffeine consumption or inconsistent care. A wise parent will limit children’s caffeine intakes and meet their needs for structure. Poverty may cause behavior problems. The nation’s children are growing fatter and face increasing risks of diseases. Television viewing can contribute to obesity through lack of exercise and by promoting overconsumption of calorie-dense snacks. The sugary snacks advertised on children’s television programs also contribute to dental caries. Breakfast is critical to school performance. Not all children start the day with an adequate breakfast, but school breakfast programs help to fill the need. School lunches are designed to provide at least a third of the nutrients needed daily by growing children and to stay within limits set by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Soda and snack vending machines, fast-food and snack bars, and school stores tempt students with foods high in fats and sugars. Fruit juice is a healthy food but may cause dental problems if used to excess. The need for iron increases during adolescence for males and females. Iron losses incurred through menstruation increase a women’s need for iron. Sufficient calcium intake is crucial during adolescence to support normal bone growth and density. When teens choose soft drinks and abandon milk, they increase their chances of bone disease later on in life. The adolescent growth spurt increases the need for energy and nutrients. The normal gain of body fat during adolescence may be mistaken for obesity, particularly in girls. Some self-prescribed diets are detrimental to health and growth. Although no foods have been proved to aggravate acne, stress can worsen it. Supplements are useless against acne, but sunlight, proven medications, and relief from stress can help. Smoking ruins health, but children and teenagers may respond to other messages. With planning, the gatekeeper can encourage teens to meet nutrient requirements by providing nutritious snacks. Life expectancy for U.S. adults increased in the 20th century. Life choices can greatly affect how long a person lives and the quality of life in the later years. No diet or supplement can extend life. Energy needs decrease with age, but exercise burns off excess fuel, maintains lean tissue, and brings health benefits. Protein needs remain about the same through adult life, but choosing low-fat, fiber-rich protein foods may help control other health problems. Generous carbohydrate intakes are recommended for older adults. Including fiber in the diet is important to avoid constipation. A diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in fats of meats and dairy products may improve some symptoms of arthritis. Omega-3 fatty acids may also have a positive effect. Vitamin A absorption increases with aging. Older people suffer more from deficiencies of vitamin D and vitamin B12 than young people do. Cataracts and macular degeneration often occur among those with low fruit and vegetable intakes. Aging alters vitamin and mineral needs. Some needs rise while others decline. Lifestyle factors can make a difference in aging. In rats and other species, food energy deprivation may lengthen the lives of individuals. Claims for life extension through antioxidants or other supplements are common hoaxes. Alzheimer’s disease causes some degree of brain deterioration in many people past age 65. Current treatment helps only marginally; omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil are under study for potential preventive effects. The importance of nutrition care increases as the disease progresses. Food choices of the elderly are affected by aging, altered health status, and changed life circumstances. Assistance programs can help by providing nutritious meals, offering opportunities for social interactions, and easing financial problems.