Nutritional Needs of Adolescents in the Philippines
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Which nutrient supplies about 15 to 20% of total calories per day for adolescents?

  • Minerals
  • Protein (correct)
  • Carbohydrates
  • Iron

Why do the mineral allowances differ between males and females in terms of iron?

  • female lose more iron due to menstruation (correct)
  • Females require more iron than males
  • Males and females require the same amount of iron
  • Males require more iron than females

What are the two minerals that are often lacking in Filipino teenagers?

  • Calcium and iron (correct)
  • Calcium and carbohydrates
  • Carbohydrates and protein
  • Protein and iron

Which age group of males in adolescence requires the highest amount of protein per day?

<p>16-19 years old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group of adolescents requires the highest amount of protein per day?

<p>16-19 years old (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of total calories per day should come from carbohydrates for adolescents?

<p>50-60% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of total calories needed per day should come from carbohydrates for adolescents?

<p>50-60% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily protein allowance for females aged 13-15 years?

<p>56 grams/day (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mineral is often lacking in Filipino teenagers?

<p>Iron (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do the mineral allowances differ between males and females in terms of iron?

<p>Females lose iron due to menstruation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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