TY - CHAP M1 - Book, Section TI - Normal Childhood Nutrition & Its Disorders A1 - Diab, Liliane K. A1 - Primak, Laura E. A1 - Haemer, Matthew A. A2 - Bunik, Maya A2 - Levin, Myron J. A2 - Abzug, Mark J. A2 - Schreiner, Teri L. PY - 2025 T2 - Current Diagnosis & Treatment: Pediatrics, 27th Edition AB - The importance of nutrition in medicine transcends the basic need for energy and for preventing deficiencies. Nutrition from preconception and throughout infancy, childhood, and adolescence is not only essential for growth and neurodevelopment, but it also plays a pivotal role in overall wellness, susceptibility to chronic diseases, and adult long-term health. Nutrition is a common foundational requirement across cultures and all ages. The pediatric medical provider is in a unique position to be able to assess nutrition issues acutely and longitudinally, guide families in addressing nutrition needs and concerns, and promote evidence-based nutrition recommendations. SN - PB - McGraw Hill CY - New York, NY Y2 - 2025/03/20 UR - accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1211976487 ER -