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What percentage of 11-16 year olds purchase macronutrient dense/micronutrient poor foods, such as chips or fried chicken, at least once a week?
What percentage of 11-16 year olds purchase macronutrient dense/micronutrient poor foods, such as chips or fried chicken, at least once a week?
- 80%
- 40%
- 60% (correct)
- 20%
Which of the following is a physical effect of over-consuming energy drinks in children and adolescents?
Which of the following is a physical effect of over-consuming energy drinks in children and adolescents?
- Reduced risk of heart disease
- Enhanced cognitive function
- Improved sleep quality
- Increased blood pressure (correct)
What is a consequence of unplanned teenage pregnancy in relation to nutrition?
What is a consequence of unplanned teenage pregnancy in relation to nutrition?
- Improved antenatal care
- Inadequate preparation for pregnancy, leading to potential nutrient deficiencies (correct)
- Decreased risk of maternal mortality
- Increased folate intake
What is the trend in conceptions for women under 18 years old from 2011 to 2021?
What is the trend in conceptions for women under 18 years old from 2011 to 2021?
Which of the following is a potential health risk associated with energy drink consumption?
Which of the following is a potential health risk associated with energy drink consumption?
What is a consequence of erratic antenatal care during teenage pregnancy?
What is a consequence of erratic antenatal care during teenage pregnancy?
What is a significant challenge in optimizing nutrition during adolescence?
What is a significant challenge in optimizing nutrition during adolescence?
Why is nutrition during childhood crucial for long-term health?
Why is nutrition during childhood crucial for long-term health?
According to national surveys, which group is particularly concerned about nutritional intakes and adequacy?
According to national surveys, which group is particularly concerned about nutritional intakes and adequacy?
What can interfere with the absorption of nutrients during adolescence?
What can interfere with the absorption of nutrients during adolescence?
Why is nutrition critical during teenage pregnancy?
Why is nutrition critical during teenage pregnancy?
What can be a long-term consequence of poor nutrition during adolescence?
What can be a long-term consequence of poor nutrition during adolescence?
What percentage of body fat is typically required for menarche and regular ovulation in females?
What percentage of body fat is typically required for menarche and regular ovulation in females?
What is the approximate weight gain in girls during adolescence?
What is the approximate weight gain in girls during adolescence?
What is the percentage of 11-18 year olds with mean intakes below the RNI for iron?
What is the percentage of 11-18 year olds with mean intakes below the RNI for iron?
During adolescence, what happens to the percentage of body fat in males?
During adolescence, what happens to the percentage of body fat in males?
What is the approximate age range when boys experience their growth spurt?
What is the approximate age range when boys experience their growth spurt?
What is the percentage of adult weight gained during adolescence?
What is the percentage of adult weight gained during adolescence?
What is the recommended nutrient intake for adolescent girls aged 11-14 years?
What is the recommended nutrient intake for adolescent girls aged 11-14 years?
What is the energy requirement for adolescent boys aged 15-19 years?
What is the energy requirement for adolescent boys aged 15-19 years?
What is the primary factor influencing food and drink choices in adolescents?
What is the primary factor influencing food and drink choices in adolescents?
What is the range of chronological age for early adolescence?
What is the range of chronological age for early adolescence?
