Leanne Has Twin Sons Who Are Two Years of Age

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Essay

Leanne has twin sons who are two years of age. They boys are very picky eaters and Leanne is concerned about their health. She asks you for some information regarding nutrient recommendations for her sons. She also asks for some strategies she can use to encourage them to eat a healthy diet. Finally, she would like to know if it is a good idea to provide her sons with a daily multivitamin, multimineral supplement to ensure they meet their nutrient requirements. How would you respond to Leanne?

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