Compare human nutritional needs at different stages of life.
Comparison should include
- the nutritional needs at the following stages of life:
- Newborn/infant (first year)
- Young childhood (1-6)
- Middle childhood (6-12)
- Adolescence (12-18)
- Early adulthood (18-30)
- Pregnancy
- Middle age (30-60)
- Older adulthood (over 60)
- consideration of various levels of physical activity.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What factors determine the nutritional needs at various stages of life? Are some factors more important than others? Why, or why not?
- How do lifestyle issues, food choices, eating patterns, physical activity, body weight, and health concerns affect nutritional needs as humans progress through the life cycle?
Communication
- What are some creative ways to help others at different stages of life determine their nutritional needs?
- What are the benefits and disadvantages of technology and biotechnology related to nutritional needs?
Leadership
- What happens when families give little thought to their food choices?
- What are possible benefits and disadvantages of dietary supplements?
Management
- How can we improve our ability to meet the nutritional needs of family members at different stages of life?
- What steps should we follow to set goals related to nutrition?
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