Pediatric Nutrition has become significantly important with rising prevalence of child obesity as well as malnutrition
Pediatric N utrition is a field of study that involves studying the diet and nutrition needs of children. Pediatric nutrition has a curriculum that is designed for children ranging in age from newborns to teens. Pediatric nutrition addresses all the nutritional needs of these children including protein, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, fats, and other dietary needs. The dietary needs of infants, toddlers, and adolescents are quite different from that of older children. Pediatric nutrition has become significantly important due to rising prevalence of malnutrition in children. In fact, India is home to 46.6 million stunted children. Pediatric N utrition is based on the premise that children acquire their nutritional requirements from their environment and food, both before and after birth. It also makes use of scientific research and evidence-based facts. This dietary approach believes that the child's nutritional status will change as they get older and exper...