Abstract

Nutrition and Dietetics for Children delves into the critical role of nutrition in promoting the health, growth, and development of children from infancy through adolescence. This comprehensive overview explores key principles and challenges in childhood nutrition, highlighting the importance of nutrient adequacy, growth monitoring, and developmentally appropriate feeding practices. Despite challenges such as poor dietary quality, food insecurity, and childhood obesity, the abstract outlines strategies for promoting healthy nutrition in children through early nutrition education, school-based nutrition programs, and policy and environmental changes. By prioritizing childhood nutrition and dietetics, stakeholders can empower children and families to make informed food choices, establish lifelong healthy eating habits, and lay the foundation for a healthier future.