Childhood; It is a period in which physical, cognitive and social growth and development occur, and nutritional habits develop.
The health of children and their ability to become a healthy individual depend on their growth in a healthy environment, starting from the womb. Nutrition of the child begins in the womb. The mother's pre-pregnancy nutrition is also important for the baby's health.
Children have different growth and development rates at different periods of their lives. Therefore, they need different amounts of nutrients and nutritional diversity.
The main purpose of the child's nutrition is to ensure the child's normal, healthy growth and development. In addition to providing adequate and balanced nutrition during childhood, it is also important to develop good eating habits. With these habits, he will be able to maintain a balanced diet in the future. Nutrition and health education given at an early age is important in gaining more effective and permanent habits.
Children's poor nutritional habits can cause problems such as weakness, obesity, diseases related to vitamin and mineral deficiencies, eating behavior disorders and tooth decay. At the same time, a decrease in cognitive capacity and a decrease in school success may be observed. Inadequate and unbalanced nutrition affects not only the physical growth but also the mental health of the child.
Nutrition in the early stages of children (infancy); It is very essential for growth and development. It is important to gain healthy eating habits during play and school age and to lead a healthy life in adulthood.
The basis of behavior in adulthood is based on childhood years. Eating habits acquired in childhood affect the later periods of the child's life and form the basis of health problems that may arise in the future. Bad eating habits acquired in childhood can lead to the development of some chronic diseases such as obesity, insulin resistance and diabetes in later years.
The place where children acquire their eating habits; family, school and the environment they live in. The child is affected by the nutrition of the mother, father and the people around him.
Mothers and fathers have sufficient knowledge about healthy and balanced nutrition; It is very important to provide children with the right foods and help them acquire correct eating habits. Studies show that children of families with good eating habits also show good eating habits. For this reason, parents should set an example for the child regarding nutrition.
Exercising is also important for body and bone health, as well as adequate and balanced nutrition. Children should be given physical activity appropriate to their age. Introducing children to exercise at an early age will make it easier for them to gain the habit of exercising and include it in their lives.
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