EHS 320 Chapter Notes - Chapter 2: Elimination Diet, Caffeine, Middle Age
30 May 2017
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Lead is especially toxic in children under 6 years of age. Children should have their blood lead levels tested. Adolescent growth spurt and puberty; menarche in girls. Nutrient intake can affect sexual development and general growth. A diet high in sugary foods promotes tooth decay, causing dental caries (cavities) Research does not show that high sugar intake is the cause. Some children may be sensitive to certain food additives. Even mild deficiency can cause growth retardation and altered sexual development. The life expectancy (77 years now) has increased. The average healthy life span is about 69 years. The cell"s number decreases and organ functions decline, eventually reach beyond our reserve capacity. Errors of dna synthesis, increases in glucose levels, and damage done by free radicals. The dris divide adulthood into four age categories: The nutritional intakes must meet the needs of each group.
