What is Nutrition So Important?



What is Nutrition So Important?

Introduction

Eating is a natural event and is typically a pleasing experience. However, eating well or maintaining good nutrition is a complex and difficult undertaking. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Center for Nutrition and Policy Promotion has established guidelines that define good nutrition for children, adolescents, and adults.

What is Nutrition So Important?

Fox (2004) mentions good nutrition is critical, particularly for children and adolescents, to prevent health-related problems (e.g., type 2 diabetes, iron-deficiency anemia, high blood pressure, asthma) and to promote cognitive growth. For about two decades, public policy health officials have attempted to ...