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fagboi

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Why is fat an essential component in infant diets?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the energy needs of a child?
 
 a. Total energy needs increase with age, but energy needs per kilogram of weight decline with age.
  b. Energy needs fluctuate as children get older.
  c. Total energy needs decrease with age, but energy needs per kilogram of weight increase with age.
  d. Energy needs remain the same until puberty.


TDubDCFL

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Fat provides essential fatty acids, is a concentrated source of energy, and facilitates the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. Fat is especially important in infancy and early childhood because it is essential for neurological development and brain function.

Answer to Question 2

a


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