Transcript Module 7
Adolescent Nutrition By Jennifer Turley and Joan Thompson © 2016 Cengage Introduction • The Physical, Cognitive, and Social Triad During Adolescence – Monitoring Good Nutrition During Adolescence Growth and Development • Nutrition Needs During Adolescence – Energy and Nutrient Needs for Adolescents • Adolescent Fitness and Lifestyle Management – – – – Adolescent Fitness Activities Weight Gain in Adolescence Food Intake Shifts and Imbalances Disturbed and Distorted Adolescent Eating Successful Growth and Development • Dramatic growth, in spurts • At the epiphyseal plate • Increased body weight – Gender differences Puberty • Typical ages • Ladies first • Sexual maturity ratings Cognitive and Social Changes During Adolescence • Ability to apply knowledge and think in multidimensional and abstract ways • Peer relationships become paramount Nutrition Needs during Adolescence, Part 1 • Calories needed for growth – EER • Carbohydrate – Same as adults • Protein – 0.95 gram/Kg (9-13 yrs) – 0.85 gram/Kg (14-18 yrs) • Fat – 25-35% of Calories – DRI for EFAs Nutrition Needs during Adolescence, Part 2 • Vitamins and minerals that support growth and development: vitamin A, folate, zinc, and vitamin C • Vitamins and minerals needed for bone growth: Calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D • Iron needs are high, growth and menstruation • Unhealthy balance of sodium, potassium, and water is common Adolescent Fitness and Lifestyle Management 60 minutes of physical activity daily There are so many activities to do Diet and Health Issues in Adolescence, Part 1 • Weight gain and obesity in adolescence is increasing – Sets the stage for an unhealthy life – Obesity prevention is needed • Food intake shifts and imbalances occur – Too much high Calorie, high solid fat and added sugar foods with low levels of essential nutrients – Too much sedentary behavior – Drug, alcohol, and tobacco use Diet and Health Issues in Adolescence, Part 2 • Eating disorders – See figure • Skin disorders – Acne Some Summary Points, Part 1 • Adolescence is a time of rapid growth and sexual maturation. • Boys and girls progress through puberty in predictable stages. • Greater abstract thinking and problem solving skills. • Increased emphasis on peer relationships. • Proper adolescent nutrition will meet the increased demand for Calories and protein and the unique vitamins and minerals needed to support growth and development. References for this presentation are the same as those for this topic found in module 6 of the textbook Some Summary Points, Part 2 • Adolescents need to engage in 60 minutes of exercise every day. • Adolescence is a common time for food intake shifts to occur and eating disorders to begin. • A healthy diet and active lifestyle during adolescence can prevent obesity and promote overall health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan. References for this presentation are the same as those for this topic found in module 7 of the textbook