Which of the Following Is Important Regarding Nutrition During Early

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is important regarding nutrition during early childhood?

• A)Children should be allowed to eat what and when they want,as they are growing rapidly during this period.
• B)Three meals a day are sufficient for children during this period,as growth has yet to increase remarkably.
• C)A well-balanced diet with plenty of healthy snacks and limited sweets and soft drinks should be provided as the eating habits established now can last a lifetime.
• D)Children,at this age,require extra energy at this point,but any nutritional shortfalls can be made up during adolescence.

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