Nutritional and Dietary Needs of Different Groups of

Nutritional and Dietary Needs of Different Groups of People – Homework Exam style question: Young pre-school children (1 -4 years old) have specific nutritional and dietary needs. • Describe the nutritional requirements of young pre-school children. • Explain how good eating habits can be encouraged in this group of children

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