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[Nutrition in adolescence]

E Eisenstein1, K S Coelho, S C Coelho

  • 1Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ), Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.

Jornal De Pediatria
|December 17, 2003
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Adolescent nutrition is crucial for healthy growth, requiring careful monitoring of nutritional status and increased nutrient intake during puberty. Pediatricians play a key role in guiding healthy eating habits for adolescents.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutrition Science
  • Adolescent Health

Background:

  • Adolescence (10-20 years) involves significant physical and psychosocial changes.
  • These changes profoundly impact nutritional requirements and health outcomes.
  • Proper nutrition is fundamental for healthy growth and development during this critical life stage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical role of nutrition in adolescent growth and development.
  • To provide guidance on evaluating adolescent nutritional status.
  • To outline key interventions and preventive strategies for pediatricians.

Main Methods:

  • Conducted a national and international literature review on anthropometric data for puberty.
  • Described practical methods for assessing adolescent nutritional status.

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  • Identified interventions and prevention activities for nutritional risks.

    • Main Results:

    • Adolescence is characterized by rapid physical changes (puberty) and psychosocial development, altering nutritional needs.
    • Routine adolescent care must include monitoring growth velocity, sexual maturation, and anthropometric measures.
    • Increased protein, calorie, and nutrient requirements are essential during the pubertal growth spurt.

    Conclusions:

    • Adolescent care presents opportunities for nutritional counseling and health education.
    • Promoting healthy eating concepts is a core recommendation for community and clinical interventions.
    • Pediatricians have a responsibility to educate adolescents on nutrition.