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Nutrition
Nutritional Needs - Toddler
Term | Definition |
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What are typical toddler eating behaviors? | Very picky, offer variety, small amounts Est. an eating schedule due to decreased appetite. Eating habits will stick @ 3yrs. |
What is a food jag? | Only preferring one type of food for several days. |
What is an appropriate type of food for this age range? | Finger foods are preferred as a result of autonomy. |
Nutritional specificity: | 24-32oz milk/day Skim or Low-fat after 24 months 1 cup of fruit/day |