Children (4-12 years)

• What are the 5 nutrients that children will need the most in their diet?

  protein, carbohydrates, fat, calcium and Vitamin D
• Why is protein needed in a child's diet?

  to help them grow and repair their body rapidly
• What are some sources of protein for children?

  fish fingers, boiled eggs
• Why are carbohydrates needed in a child's diet?

  to provide energy for growth and physical activity
• Why is fat needed in a child's diet?

  to provide energy for growth and physical activity
• What are some sources of carbohydrates for a child?

  mashed potato, pasta
• What are some source of fat for a child?

  peanuts avocados
• Why is calcium needed in a child's diet?

  for healthy teeth and bone development
• What is vitamin D needed for in a child's diet?

  for healthy teeth and bone development
• What are some sources of calcium for a child?

  milk, cheese, yoghurt
• What are some sources of vitamin D for a child?

  sunshine but food specifically are tuna and salmon
• How frequently should foods high in sugar be eaten for a child's diet?

  infrequently
• What can foods high in sugar cause for a child?

  tooth decay and weight gain unrelated to normal growth
• How many grams of sugar should a child between the ages of 4-6 should have?

  19g
• How many grams of sugar should a child between the ages of 7-10 should have?

  24g
• How many grams of sugar should a child between the ages of 11+ should have?

  30g
• How many grams of salt should a child between the ages of 4-6 should have?

  3g
• How many grams of salt should a child between the ages of 7-10 should have?

  5g
• How many grams of salt should a child between the ages of 11+ should have?

  6g