Childhood Nutrition Vocabulary

Wasting

• Low weight for height

• High weight for height

• Normal weight for height

• Excessive weight for height

Stunting

• Low height for age

• Excessive height for age

• Normal height for age

• Low weight for height

ADHD

• A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning in multiple contexts, such as school, work, or social relationships.

• A mood disorder that causes persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.

• A personality disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of unstable relationships, self-image, and emotions.

• A cognitive disorder that primarily affects memory and thinking skills.

Malnutrition

• A condition that arises when the body does not get the right amount of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients to maintain healthy tissues and proper organ function.

• A state of excessive nutrient intake leading to obesity and related health issues.

• A temporary deficiency of a specific vitamin that can be easily corrected with supplements.

• A genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to absorb nutrients.

Obesity

• A body weight more than 20% higher than the average weight for a person of a given age and height; limit calories, increase exercise.

• A condition where a person has a body mass index (BMI) below 18.5.

• A state of having a balanced diet and regular exercise routine.

• A body weight that is considered normal for a person of a given age and height.

Type 1 Diabetes (Juvenile Diabetes)

• A chronic autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to insulin deficiency.

• A condition where the body produces too much insulin, causing low blood sugar levels.

• A metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar due to insulin resistance.

• A temporary condition that occurs during pregnancy, leading to high blood sugar levels.

Food Aversion

• A feeling of hunger for certain foods.

• A preference for spicy foods.

• Feeling disgusted or repulsed by certain food and you won't eat it.

• An increased appetite for healthy foods.

Food Jag

• A type of diet that includes a variety of foods

• Consuming a single food or only a few foods for an extended period.

• A method of food preservation

• A culinary technique involving multiple ingredients

Underweight

• Weighing less than is healthy for your height.

• Weighing more than is healthy for your height.

• Having a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher.

• Being at a healthy weight for your height.

Iron

• Mineral needed to prevent anemia; found in red meats

• Vitamin essential for vision

• Protein that aids in muscle recovery

• Carbohydrate that provides energy