Author Question: Although both calcium and iron needs increase during childhood, there is also a recommendation that ... (Read 55 times)

frankwu · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Although both calcium and iron needs increase during childhood, there is also a recommendation that children consume no more than about 3 cups of calcium-rich cow milk each day. The explanation for this recommendation is that

A. the calcium found in 3 cups of milk is the maximum that can be absorbed each day.
B. overconsumption of cow milk can displace iron-rich foods from the diet.
C. consumption of more than 3 cups of nutrient-dense cow milk per day might lead to calcium and iron toxicity.
D. more than the recommended intake could trigger a cow milk allergy, leading to calcium and iron malabsorption.

Question 2

To encourage healthy eating in a child, parents should

A. reward good behaviors with food.
B. create separate meal times for adults and children in the household.
C. encourage snacking on nutrient-dense foods.
D. force a child to try a new food each week.