Tanya Pakar: Nutrien Penting untuk Tumbesaran & Perkembangan Si Kecil

Children’s nutritional needs change as they grow: 0–6 months: Breast milk or infant formula provides the main nutrition. 6–12 months: Introduce complementary foods, focusing on iron, protein, healthy fats, fruits and vegetables. 1–3 years: Small, nutrient-dense meals are important, especially iron, calcium, vitamin D, zinc and healthy fats. 4–8 years: Focus on balanced meals with protein, whole grains, fruits, vegetables and calcium-rich foods. 9–13 years: Nutritional needs increase as children approach puberty. Iron, calcium, vitamin D and protein become particularly important. Teenagers: Growth spurts increase energy and nutrient requirements, especially protein, iron, calcium and vitamin D.