Pediatric Diet and Dentistry

global issues

food insecurity, malnourishment, childhood obesity

food security

having access at all times to enough nutritionally adequate and safe foods to lead a healthy, active lifestyle

macronutrients

carbs, proteins, fats

marasmus

primary calorie deficit

kwashiorkor

primary protein deficit

marasmic kwashiorkor

calorie and protein deficit

micronutrients

vitamins and minerals

poor nutrition and developing illnesses

frequent, sore throats, stomach aches, headaches, school based issues

obesity

an excess percentage of body weight due to fat

ideal BMI

staying on the curve

physical consequences of childhood obesity

type 2 diabetes, HBP, asthma, high cholesterol

emotional consequences of childhood obesity

low self esteem, negative body image, depression

social consequences of childhood obesity

stigma, bullying, negative stereotype, discrimination

sedentary lifestyle

lifestyle that includes only the light physical activity associated with day to day life

active lifestyle

includes physical activity equivalent to walking more than 3 miles per day, in addition to the light physical activity associated with typical day to day life

recommendations for healthy eating

fruits, veggies, whole grains, dairy, beans, fish, lean meat

reality for dietary recommendations

low levels of fruits and veggies, high levels of fat milk, cheese, and fatty cheeses

MRD for women

1.5 c of fruit, 2.5 c veggies

MRD for men

2 cups fruit, 3.5 c veggies

fruit juice consumption

high in carbs if not 100% fruit juice, no fiber without pulp, 6 oz=1 fruit serving

how old should kids be to have fruit juice?

atleast 6 months of age

juices only recommended

when they can drink from cup, older than 6 months, never put in sippy cup

fruit for 1-4 years old

2 servings daily

fruit 10-18 years old

4 servings daily

energy and sports drinks

high sugar and acidity content >> leads to dental erosion

high acidity

demineralization and dental caries

low mineral and vitamin intake

decreases immunity >> increased risk for oral cancer and gingival inflammation

obesity issues related to dental care

increased systemic inflammation, increase risk for gingival inflammation

family GOALS

-5 fruits and veggies a day

- 2 hours or less of screen time per day

- 1 hour of physical activity per day

- 0 or on occasion sugary sweet drinks