Toddler Nutrition

3. Categories of food that share similar nutritional properties, including fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy.
6. A visual guide created by the USDA to help individuals understand the different food groups and proportions needed for a balanced diet.
10. Long-lasting health conditions that can be managed but not cured, such as diabetes or heart disease.
11. A diet that includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide the necessary nutrients for health.
14. Signals from the body that indicate when a person is satisfied and should stop eating.
15. Consuming a variety of foods that provide the nutrients needed for overall health and development.

1. Physical abilities involving large muscle movements, such as walking, running, and kicking.
2. The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
4. Physical abilities that involve smaller movements, usually with the hands and fingers, such as drawing, coloring, and using scissors.
5. A medical condition in which a child has excess body fat that can negatively affect their health.
7. A young child, typically between the ages of 1 and 3 years, who is learning to walk and explore the world.
8. The ability to make choices and perform tasks without needing help from others.
9. The practice of maintaining oral health, including brushing teeth and visiting the dentist.
12. Tasks that a child can do independently, such as feeding themselves, dressing, or brushing their teeth.
13. A child who is selective about the foods they will eat, often refusing new or unfamiliar foods.