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According to the World Health Organization, American Academy of Pediatrics, and the Philippine Pediatric Society, up to what age is exclusive breastfeeding recommended?
What type of foods should be avoided in children's diets?
At what age should complementary feeding start, according to the Philippine Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition?
Why is it important to teach children the value of eating healthy foods?
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What is the purpose of anticipatory guidance in nutrition counseling?
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What should mothers be encouraged to do regarding breastfeeding?
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Why is it important to start nutritious foods at 6 months?
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What is recommended after 6 months of exclusive breastfeeding?
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What is the goal of nutrition counseling during the prenatal period?
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What type of food should be used for complementary feeding?
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Study Notes
Complementary Feeding
- Food texture and consistency should change from pureed to solid as the child ages
- At 6 months, pureed food is introduced
- At 8 months, finger food is introduced
- At 10 months, chopped food is introduced
- At 12 months, family table food is introduced
Feeding Schedule
- Feeding should be provided at the family dining area using a regular meal schedule
- At 6-8 months, feeding should be 2-3 times a day
- At 9-24 months, feeding should be 3-4 times a day with nutritious snacks as desired
Physical Activity
- Physical activity is essential for healthy living and should be encouraged from an early age
- Physical activity can be sports, games, dance, household chores, and other lifestyle-related activities
- WHO defines physical activity as any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure
Responsive Feeding
- Hunger and satiety cues should guide feeding
- Feeding environment should be pleasant with the caregiver implementing nurturing behavior
- There should be no force feeding
- Self-feeding and self-regulation should be encouraged
Complementary Food Introduction
- Begin with iron-rich or iron-fortified food
- Gradual introduction of new food may be done to detect reaction to individual food components
- All food introduced should be cleanly prepared and well-cooked
- Raw or undercooked food is not recommended
- Avoid added salt and sugar to the infant’s diet
- Offer a variety of foods to improve the quality of nutrient intake with a goal to meet the minimum food diversity of 5 more food from the 8 food groups
Breastfeeding and Nutrition Counseling
- Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended up to six months and continue up to two years and beyond
- Mothers should be encouraged to do exclusive breastfeeding
- No need to give infant formula and or other sources of nutrition
- After 6 months, it is recommended to start nutritious foods and continue with breastfeeding
- Teach children the value of eating healthy foods in a balanced diet and avoiding unhealthy foods
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Learn about the importance of introducing solid foods to infants and the feeding schedule recommended for different age groups. From pureed food to family table food, this quiz covers it all.
