Preschool Nutrition & Milestones Study Guide

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary and concepts related to preschool nutrition and developmental milestones.

Healthy eating pattern

Includes a variety of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low-fat dairy, and protein sources.

Calcium

Crucial nutrient for bone growth in children aged 1–8 years.

MyPlate System

Provides guidance on meal/snack ideas, picky eater tips, and food safety advice.

Food allergies prevalence

Estimated at 8.3% in preschoolers in the U.S.

Early introduction of peanut-containing foods

Reduces prevalence of peanut allergy in high-risk infants.

Low socioeconomic status

Linked to higher dental caries prevalence in children.

5-Year-Old Milestones

Able to skip, walk on tiptoes, can count to 10, prints letters/numbers, understands right vs. wrong.

Saturated fats and sugars

Should be limited in a healthy eating pattern.

Dental caries

Condition increased by low socioeconomic status.

Refusing to try new foods

Common behavior among older preschoolers.