CONCLUSION

My plate by myplate.gov

It has been said that "You are what you eat." Given that nutrition is crucial for growth and development, this is certainly true in pediatrics.

Good nutrition for children has both short- and long-term implications for health. It is crucial that health care providers assess nutritional status repeatedly during childhood and guide parents and patients toward a lifelong habit of healthy eating.

Here's to your health and the health of your patients!