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Healthy Growing

Nutrient needs for kids and teens are higher compared to any other time in life. Yet 90% of children (ages 4–18) fall short of meeting dietary needs for one or more key nutrients.* Failing to get enough calories, protein, calcium, vitamin D, zinc, iron and other nutrients can slow growth.

When exposed to nutrient-dense foods and beverages at an early age and supported in making healthy choices across environments, a healthy dietary pattern can be established and maintained as children grow into young adults. Addressing food and nutritional gaps during childhood, and identifying evidence-based solutions, can help provide the foundation for healthy growing.

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The Transformative 10: Nutrition for Growth (Infographic)

11/28/2023

The Transformative 10: Nutrition for Growth (Infographic)

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The Transformative 10: Nourishing the Brain, Body and Behavior (Infographic)

11/28/2023

The Transformative 10: Nourishing the Brain, Body and Behavior (Infographic)

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The Transformative 10: Nutrition Meets Behavior (Infographic)

11/28/2023

The Transformative 10: Nutrition Meets Behavior (Infographic)

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The Transformative 10: Nourishing the Brain (Infographic)

11/28/2023

The Transformative 10: Nourishing the Brain (Infographic)

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US Breakfast Intake Ages 2-19 NCHC NHANES

11/28/2023

US Breakfast Intake Ages 2-19 NCHC NHANES

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References

*Scientific Report of the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Appendix E-2.1.