Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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Author: Brown, Judith E.
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To explain: Whether it is significant that Person T’s mother also has a weight problems.
Introduction: Physical activities play a vital role in the growth and development of a child. Children who establish healthy lifestyle patterns from their childhood will carry the same lifestyle patterns for the rest of their lives. Parents should provide support and guidance about how to start and how much activity is required for a child per day.
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