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Nutrients required to all

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Nutrients required to All Brought to U... http://successgain.us       and       http://successgain.info Nutrients required will depend on the age, gender etc which will produce the energy as under Here’s what the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends kids get calorie-wise and from each food group for a healthy, balanced diet: Calories* 2-3 years: 1,000 4-8: 1,200-1,400 9-13 (female): 1,600 9-13 (male): 1,800 14-18 (female): 1,800 14-18 (male): 2,200 * For active children, calorie requirements may be greater I have given clearly about Vegetables,fruits,nuts etc which will give us vitamins, iron, minerals etc . If you take balanced food you will be healthy

Required Nutrients by Pregnents

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Required Nutrients  by Pregnents Brought to U.... http://successgain.info        and     http://successgain.us Folate and folic acid — Prevent birth defects Folate is a B vitamin that helps prevent neural tube defects, serious abnormalities of the brain and spinal cord. Lack of folate in a pregnancy diet may also increase the risk of low birth weight and preterm delivery. The synthetic form of folate found in supplements and fortified foods is known as folic acid. How much you need: 800 micrograms of folate or folic acid a day before conception and throughout pregnancy. Calcium — Strengthen bones You and your baby need calcium for strong bones and teeth. Calcium also helps your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems run normally. How much you need: 1,000 milligrams a day. Pregnant teenagers need 1,300 milligrams a day. Vitamin D — Promote bone strength Vitamin D also helps build your baby's bones and teeth. How much you need: 600 IU a day.