1.5.2 - Adolescence
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Practice Questions
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What age range does adolescence typically cover?
💡 Hint: Think in terms of middle school to high school.
Name one nutrient that is important for bone health.
💡 Hint: What do dairy products provide?
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What is the primary reason adolescents need increased calories?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to the body during puberty.
True or False: Calcium is not important for adolescent bone health.
💡 Hint: What role does calcium play in the body?
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A local community identifies an increase in obesity rates among adolescents. Propose a community program to address this issue and explain the nutritional components that should be included.
💡 Hint: Consider how to make the program engaging for teens.
Evaluate the potential long-term consequences of poor nutritional habits established during adolescence. Discuss how these can impact overall health in adulthood.
💡 Hint: Think about the health changes you see in adults who had poor diets during their teens.
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