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FDNM 1008: Case Study 3: 1.
8 points: What are some red flags for poor nutritional intake for children 3-5 years?
When young children drink the majority of their milk and other liquids from the bottle. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Consumption of beverages like sports drinks, fruit drinks or punch, soft drinks, or liquids with artificial sweeteners or caffeine instead of the recommended 125–175 ml of 100% fruit juice per day. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Drinks plant-based beverages other than fortified soy beverages as the primary milk option. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Drinks unpasteurized juice or raw or unprocessed milk or milk products. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
The child is forced, constrained, or pressured to eat. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Eating their meals with their family members is infrequent or rare. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Relies on oral specialty supplements or vitamin/mineral supplements rather than serving
a wide variety of foods. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
Going over the suggested daily intake of milk might impact the levels of iron. (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health,2019)
2.
10 points: Name some tips to manage children who are fussy or picky eaters?
Always keep in mind that every child has unique eating habits. Some kids are fussy eaters, and occasionally they won't want to eat anything at all. Here are some suggestions for parents of finicky eaters.
Firstly, children who eat 3 meals and up to 3 snacks each day are more likely to be hungry Thus, offer regular meals and snacks as well as try new foods. (Health Department,2021)
Always select a meal that comprises items from all four categories of foods, including grains, fruits and vegetables, meats and other proteins, and dairy products. (Health Department,2021)
At least one food that the child enjoys having should be offered. (Health Department,2021)
Before the kid decides to try something new, it may take up to 8 or 10 attempts. (Health Department,2021)
The youngster will acquire healthy eating habits if everyone in the family eats together at the table. (Health Department,2021)
Be interactive with your youngster at mealtimes and make it enjoyable. (Health Department,2021)
Every day, your child's eating habits could alter. (Health Department,2021)
If your child is hungry or full, trust their body to tell you. (Health Department,2021)
Do not force your youngster to eat by using toys, books, television, or a phone. (Health Department,2021)
Never manipulate children into eating by using prizes, punishments, or tricks. (Health Department,2021)
3. 5 points: What are some of the regulations (laws) around menu planning/food preparation for childcare facilities.
The licensee or provider must make sure that, in addition to any meals offered, the child is given two snacks when they are in childcare for six hours or longer. (Ontario Child Care
and Early Years Act, 2014)
Drinking water must be provided and available at all times. (Ontario Child Care and Early
Years Act, 2014)
The recommendations outlined in the most recent and applicable food guide released by Health Canada must be followed for all meals, snacks, and beverages. (Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014)
The planned menus for the current and upcoming week must be posted in a noticeable location in each childcare facility, with any substitutions being mentioned on the posted menus. (Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014)
Each licensee of a childcare facility is required to post a list of the names of the children receiving childcare in the facility who have allergies or dietary restrictions, along with the allergens or restrictions each of those children has, in each cooking and serving area,
play area, or playroom. The list must also be available and easily accessible in any other area where children may be present. (Ontario Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014)
4. 4 points: Outline what serving sizes (preschool includes children: infants to 6yrs)
for each food group for this age should Jodi used in her menu. List serving sizes for bread, milk, meat/alternate, vegetables, and fruit.
The following information is taken from (Ontario Dietitians in Public Health, December 2017)
Food choice
Serving size for 12 to 24 months
Serving size for 2 to 5 years
Bread
½ to 1 slice
½ to 1 slice
Milk
60 to 125 mL = ¼ to ½ cup 125 to 250 mL = ½ to 1 cup
Cooked poultry, fish, lean meat 20 to 40g = ½ to 1 ¼ oz 40 to 75 g = 1 ¼ to 2 ½ oz
Fresh or frozen vegetables or fruit, diced or sliced
30 to 60 mL = 2 Tbsp to ¼ cup
60 to 125 mL = ¼ to ½ cup
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