RT Book, Section 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. SR Print(0) ID 1211976487 T1 Normal Childhood Nutrition & Its Disorders T2 Current Diagnosis & Treatment: Pediatrics, 27th Edition YR 2025 FD 2025 PB McGraw Hill PP New York, NY SN 9781265739898 LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1211976487 RD 2025/03/25 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.