Pediatric Nutrition

While proper nutrition has always been important to children’s health and development, it’s becoming more and more critical.

According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) in 2015-2016, the obesity rate in children aged 2–5 years was 13.9%, in ages 6–11 years the rate was 18.4%, and in adolescents aged 12–19 years the rate was 20.6%. For children, being overweight can affect their psychological health too.

Weight and poor nutrition are the main risk factors for developing chronic conditions like diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. These conditions can be prevented, reversed, or alleviated through nutrition intervention.

Alzein Pediatrics is here to help children and their parents understand the importance of nutrition in wellbeing and guide them towards a positive relationship with food. A healthy diet helps your child:

Encourage brain and neurological development
Develop strong muscles and connective tissues
Fight off infections
Lower risk of breaking bones – and help heal them faster if they do
Help wounds heal faster and promotes healthy skin
Reduce the risk of developing chronic conditions

Nutrition appointments can be made in-person or via telehealth on your smartphone, tablet or computer. We can discuss nutrition services for:

Children experiencing under or overnutrition
Questions about transitioning babies to solid food
Ways to expand the diets of picky eaters
Food allergies and food intolerances
Medical nutrition therapy
Vitamin deficiencies
Digestion and metabolism
Chronic disease prevention
Exercise science

We are also available to help your family with meal planning. You’ll learn:

Simple fundamental nutrition lessons
Planning and shopping for your unique budget
Portion sizing
Reliable basic recipes with your family’s taste preferences in mind
Meal preparation for your family’s timetable

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Alzein Pediatrics Primary & Urgent Care

Give your child the expert, nurturing healthcare they deserve. Call Alzein Pediatrics or book online today for routine or urgent appointments.

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