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The new sixth edition of this comprehensive and bestselling manual on pediatric nutrition has been expanded considerably to reflect new scientific insights. It provides the latest information on nutrient metabolism and nutrition to support normal development and health of infants and children who are well, those born with congenital anomalies or metabolism disorders, and those with acute and chronic illness. It is meant to serve as a useful and ready reference for practicing clinicians. This evidence-based manual reflects the current policies and practices recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition. ... Read more

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A parent's guide to nutrition for children offers useful advice on dealing with picky eaters, understanding weight standards, and adjusting dietary requirements from birth through adolescence. Original. 17,500 first printing.Amazon.com Review
In American Academy of Pediatrics Guide to Your Child'sNutrition, nutritionist William H. Dietz and pediatrician Loraine Sternhave written an authoritative, comprehensive resource for parentsconcerned about their children's nutrition. The book is subtitled MakingPeace at the Table and Building Healthy Eating Habits for Life, and itprovides useful tips for concerned parents on how to feed their childrenwell without turning into the food police. Subjects covered includeinstructions for breast and bottle feeding, introducing semi-solids andsolids, toddler meals and resistance, school lunches, adolescent/parentfood struggles, eating disorders, the relationship between smoking andweight distribution, and, of course, the recommended Food Guide Pyramid.The chapter on eating and food problems, titled "Spitting Up, Gagging,Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Constipation," may not make for great reading on asensitive stomach, yet it provides a great resource for parents with anailing child.Another chapter, titled "What Do I Do About OutsideInfluences?" discusses parental influence, peer pressure, television, andhow they may affect your child's relationship with food.Additionalsubjects include food safety, alternative diets, and allergies.--Ericka Lutz ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

great resource
I am a public health nurse and teach health and nutrition courses to parents. This book is a constant resource for me. It is easy to follow and full of useful tables, growth charts, etc. I have found this to be one of the most practical books in my library

Highly recommended
Practical, well-written.Provides behaviorial information as well as nutritional.This is one of the better books on children's nutrition we have seen.

Just ok
I was excited about this book, but I have found that not much of it is relevant for the age of my little one (4 years old).They list a lot of good information for babies and a lot of good information for older kids, but the information for toddlers and preschoolers was lacking, in my opinion.

Excellent book on the subject of nutrtion for children
Introduction:Peace At The Table:The Whys & Hos of Nurturance
Chapter 1 What's Best For My Newborn
Chapter 2 Expanding Your Baby's Diet
Chapter 3 THe Toddler Years
Chapter 4 Nutrition During the School Years
Chapter 5 The Adolescent Years
Chapter 6 Nutrition Basics
Chapter 7 Spitting Up, Gagging, Vomiting, Diarrhea, and Constipation

Chapter 8 Is My Child Too Fat?
Chapter 9 Is My Child Too Thin? Too Small?Too Tall?
Chapter 10 Eating Disorders
Chapter 11 What Do I Do ABout Outside Influences
Chapter 12 Can I Cut My Child's Risk Of...?
Chapter 13 Food Safety and Additives
Chapter 14 Althernative Diets and Supplements
Chapter 15 Is My Child Allergic?

Also included in the book
What Caregivers Need to Know:A Checklist
Food and Medication Interactions
Standard Growth Charts
Body Mass Index Chart
Food Substitutions
Health and Nutritional Resources
Resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics

Lots of tips, advice, facts, common myths and common questions answered throughout the book

Good Reference
I bought this book to help me figure out how to make sure my infant was receiving all the nutrients necessary and also to help with the transition from just formula to eating regular meals.The book didn't help with information on the transition, but I still think the nutrition informationis great.

It has good tips on how to keep feeding time from becoming abattle and good tips on how to start your children out on the right trackto healthy eating.

The information on what NOT to feed your infant isalso extreemly important and could prevent many choking incidents! ... Read more

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This much-needed resource comprehensively reviews the current status of research on nutrition in chronic diseases and developmental disorders of children and helps translate this research into clinical practice.It provides a wealth of information on the nutritional implications of diseases' states; how nutrition can affect brain development, learning and behavior; and how to improve the health status of pediatric patients through nutritional measures.Assessment, prevention, and treatment are all covered.The chapters focus on biochemical and clinical abnormalities, techniques for evaluating nutrition including behavior, nutritional management, and follow-up procedures. Well-organized and user-friendly, the book will continue to be of great value to pediatricians, nutritionists, gastroenterologists, neurologists, family practitioners, and dietitians as well as students and residents in those fields.The Second Edition has been thoroughly updated and includes new chapters on botanicals, genetics and nutritional aspects of birth defects, vegetarianism, obesity/eating disorders, autism, and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder, among other topics. ... Read more

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Most Comprehensive Book for RD's
I found this book to be the most comprehensive compulation that I have come across in a long time. It was facinating. My fiends were laughing at me for reading it nightly before I went to bed. Then again I am a dietitian to the core. The chapters were full of facts you just can't find anywhere. The charts and appendicies were equally helpful. As a dietitian for Early Intervention is is nice to have ONE book you can look to for information about some of these really rare metabolic disorders.
The author was readily available to answer any question.

An excellent text for RD's who work with disabled children
A practical review of growth and nutrition for children with disabilities.Significant space is dedicated to nutritional evaluation in the beginning of the text.This is followed by many chapters for specific conditions that are found in the developmentally disabled pediatric population.The Appendices cover (but are not limited to) the RDA's and the RNI's, several condition specific growth charts, sample records and protocols, and quality assurance standards.If you work with this population you should have access to the Ekvall text. ... Read more

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Handbook of Pediatric Nutrition, Third Edition is the seminal resource covering all aspects of pediatric nutrition. It covers the latest clinical research, accepted practice protocols, and study of the normal child from preconception through adolescence. In a practical and detailed manner, this comprehensive guide provides cutting edge research and resources on the most important pediatric practice issues and therapies. Commonly used by dietetic practitioners studying for their Pediatric Specialty exams, registered dietitians, dietetic technicians, nutritionists, pediatricians, nurses, and dietetic students, this book is considered the last word in pediatric nutrition. ... Read more

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Comprhensive Resource
This is a valuable resource covering the basics of pediatric nutrition.
It is easy to read and good for both the entry level practitioner and those with more experience. ... Read more

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This handbook of paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition provides a concise overview of key topics in these three closely related specialties. This handbook is a practical reference manual, containing information on day-to-day management as well as background information on specific scenarios and conditions, for practitioners who regularly see children with common and rarer paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutritional problems. Pocket sized, and user friendly, it aims to be a ready source for medical staff in training, as well as more experienced colleagues, and other members of multidisciplinary teams such as specialist nurses, dieticians, and pharmacists. Information is provided in the form of bullet point list and tables, with reference to key articles for further reading, in addition to useful websites and contacts. ... Read more

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The field of pediatric nutrition has developed into an area essential to components of academic pediatric program throughout the world. Among the pediatric texts available, none deals with the physiologic or pathophysiologic basis of nutrition in pediatric health and disease in children of all ages. "Nutrition in Pediatrics, Fourth Edition", fills this void, extending physiologic and pathophysiologic considerations to their coverage of nutritional needs with respect to disease and covers diagnosis of nutritional imbalance and management as well. The 4th edition includes an entirely new section on pediatric obesity: epidemiology, pathophysiology, assessment and treatment. It includes new chapters on celiac disease, food allergies and iron. This edition includes updated growth curves, including the newly released WHO growth curves for exclusively breastfed infants. It contains expanded and updated chapters on international nutrition, including protein energy malnutrition and community nutrition. This edition of this textbook continues to be dedicated to establishing a comprehensive and accessible approach to pediatric nutrition. Sections include basic concepts in the development of nutritional requirements of infants and children and a pathophysiology section examining cardinal manifestations and development. These sections will augment a comprehensive approach to perinatal nutrition, nutrition of specific disease states and nutritional management. ... Read more

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The poor nutritional status of the elderly living at home is a widespread problem. Many have energy and nutrient intakes below international standards. Almost one in five community-dwelling older adults lives on less than 1,000 kcal/day. The causes are dependent on sociological, psychological, and physiological factors. Significant reductions in energy intake accompany medical illness, and thus a causal connection between the role of proinflammatory cytokines and illness-induced undernutrition has been alleged.This challenge has now been addressed and analyzed by an international panel of leading experts at the 10th Nestl Nutrition Workshop in Berlin. Their work has brought the epidemiology, pathophysiology and the role of cytokines and immunomodulation in the management of undernutrition to the center of scholar attention. This book is a synthesis of state-of-the-art knowledge and expertise in this field of research and will be of high value for all medical and healthcare professio ... Read more

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For more than a decade, there has been no resource to guide the practitioner, trainee or allied health professional in this important field of pediatrics. These disorders are addressed every day with children admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit, pediatric intensive care unit, inpatient units, day hospitals, surgical units (inpatient and ambulatory), emergency rooms or in the outpatient setting.

Fluid and Electrolytes in Pediatrics: A Comprehensive Handbook is a complete compendium of ready access information for pediatricians, family practitioners, residents, students and allied health professionals. The manual will be a "go to" source for tables or information on any aspect of fluid, electrolyte and acid-base metabolism for general pediatrics/ family practitioners/residents/medical students/nurses or the medical or surgical specialties.

In order to achieve the goal as the "THE" textbook in this discipline, each chapter of the book will be divided into the following areas: Definition and Pathophysiology, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Causes, Treatment and Representative Scenarios. Case presentations/problems (6-10) to illustrate the key points within the chapter. The scenarios will attempt to cover the most common problems that present in pediatrics.

This book will have unique information with extensive tables, lists, and algorithms that detail clinical features of the entire spectrum of water metabolism, disorders of electrolytes, and disturbances in acid-base homeostasis by age (infants/newborns, children and adolescents) that is not available in any other textbook.

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There is no other time in life when the provision of appropriate nutrition is of greater importance than during infancy and childhood. During this phase of life, characterized by rapid growth and development, an adequate amount and composition of nutrients both in health and disease are of key importance for growth, functional outcomes such as cognition and immune response, and long-term well-being.To provide concise information to readers who seek quick guidance on practical relevant issues in the nutrition of infants, children and adolescents, the editors have developed this compact reference book as busy physicians and other healthcare professionals often find it difficult to devote sufficient time to study elaborate and extensive books on just one aspect of their practice. Moreover, due to the insightful input of a global editorial board, challenges both in affluent and poorer populations are addressed, thus providing a truly international perspective which further contributes to the unique worth of this book. ... Read more

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A practical and concise guide to gastrointestinal, hepatic, and nutrition disorders in the pediatric patient Featuring a large amount of tables, lists, and other summary features, this book provides practitioners and residents with a quick but substantial reference.

Includes a drug formulary for common prescriptions. ... Read more

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great, easy, read
I am a senior medical student interested in Peds GI and got this book prior to my GI rotation. It is organized very well and provides great tables to organize and summarize the material in the chapters. It explains topics in easy-to-read manner with more than enough detail to understand Sx, mechanisms, etiologies, differentials, workups, and Tx without being burdensome or overwhelming.

In short, this book makes peds GI make sense.

Excellent Book
I am a third year resident looking towards a peds GI fellowship.This book contains much more than what is required by a peds. resident for thier GI rotation!The outline is easily accessible.I especially like the chapters on 'approach to ----protracted hypertransaminasemia",Liver transplant and Polyps in children to name a few.
Reading this book increased my fund of knowledge and consolidated my love for the field of pediatric gastroenterology.
Other larger text like Wyllie and Walker( two diff books) contain much more information.But if you need a book that is succinct, a quick/free flowing read and that delivers more than is needed for your peds GI rotation, then Dr Guandalini's book is preffered.

Great book
Great book!Updated and concise view of Pediatric gastroenterology.Good for a General Pediatrician as well as for a Peds Resident during their GI rotation. ... Read more

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Drawing on scientific studies of children with problems ranging from short attention spans to aggressive behavior, nutrition authorities Patrick Holford and Deborah Colson explain the physiological ways certain nutrients affect the way kids think and act. Parents will learn how to prepare brain-boosting breakfasts, blood sugar-balanced snacks, amino acid-rich lunches, and smart-fat dinners that will help get their children off to the best start in life physically, mentally, and emotionally. ... Read more

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Optimum Nutrition
Child nutrition is a regular discussion topic in great need of sound information. Hearing one of the authors speak on the radio made me so excited I immediately sought the book. Here was a book that would give practial advice on what foods were best for the developing brain. With much anticipation I received the book in New Zealand. Along with recognising behaviour traits it is filled with much thought provoking knowledge that can readily be applied. It is as practial as expected. My disillusionment came with all the instruction on the chemical supplements the authors think essential for brain development. These expensive additives are mainly excreted so can be wasteful. It was a surprise to see these recommended when I have always understood a diet of fresh food, fruit and vegetables were the best source of vitamins and minerals. Maybe it was written for countries where the food is not as natural as it looks. ... Read more

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Pediatric Nutrition Support is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art resource for all dietitians, nurses, physicians, and pharmacists involved in pediatric care. This reference provides thorough coverage of the latest developments and techniques in enteral and parenteral feeding and evaluation methods. Cases detailing specific pediatric disease conditions offer concrete examples of nutrition support processes and make this a must-have resource. ... Read more

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More than 1,000 board-style questions build confidence, knowledge, and test-taking skills for the USMLE Step 2 CK and the pediatrics shelf exam

"I really like the format of the questions.I believe they are quite an accurate representation of the questions that appear on the boards" -- Joshua Lynch, DO Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, Class of 2008

"I thought the questions were well worded. The conciseness [of the answer explanations] is one of the benefits of this book." -- Lisa A. Nowell, MD,Pediatric Resident, PGY-2,Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York Presbyterian, Columbia University

There's no better way to prepare for the USMLE Step 2 CK and the pediatrics clerkship exam than LANGE: Q&A: Pediatrics. This board-format review offers outstanding coverage of high-yield topics in pediatrics and provides detailed explanations of both correct and incorrect answer choices.

Everything you need to excel on the exam:

• Questions are presented in board-style to prepare you for what you'll see on the actual exam
• Answers include detailed discussion and references to key textbooks and American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines
• Student reviewed for the most relevant content possible
• A complete practice test prepares you for the real thing
• Valuable test-taking tips give you the edge on exam day

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St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ. Comprehensive text provides coverage of the numerous difficulties associated with inadequate nutrition in children younger that age three. Addresses the feeding relationship, nutrition, cultural diversity, working with families, and infant mental health. For clinicians and nurse practitioners. DNLM: Child Nutrition Disorders. ... Read more

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Univ. of California, Irvine. Completely revised, text provides new information on the most commonly used medications in the NICU. Listed both alphabetically and therapeutically and includes nutritional products and immunizations, as well as medications. For NICU nurses. Previous edition: c2000. Softcover. DNLM: Drug Therapy--Infant, Newborn--Handbooks ... Read more

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Best neonatal med book out there
This was one of my texts during NNP school, and I continue to consult it often.The layout and content make information easy to find and utilize.The first chapter is a great review of neonatal pharmacology coursework, to help prepare for board exams.An extra bonus is/are the CEUs available in the back of the book, 30 CEUs for only $75 (with taking a test and sending in the paperwork.) This single text can provide 2/3rds of my certification maintenance CEUs, plus taking the test improved my familiarity with the information.I am much more confident in prescribing and in creating medication- related policies and procedures.Obviously, I'm a big fan and cannot wait until the next edition is available. ... Read more

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Nutrition in Pediatrics, Third Edition, is the authoritative textbook on pediatric nutrition for pediatricians, dieticians, pediatric gastroenterologists, family practitioners, and medical students. The text thoroughly covers general principles, pathophysiology, clinical conditions, and definitive treatment. This new edition is the first book on pediatric nutrition published in the last five years and features major revisions. Expanded in the Third Edition: · the Macronutrient Requirement for Growth chapter has been expanded to three chapters to deal separately with fat, carbohydrate, and protein · chapters on Maternal Nutrition and Pregnancy Outcome and Fetal Nutrition and Imprinting · the section on Specific Disease States has been enlarged to include The Adolescent Athlete and Dietary Supplements, Nutrition and the Prevention of Cancer in Childhood, and Evaluation and Management of Obesity · the appendix has been expanded to provide a more comprehensive resource for nutritional assessment and requirements and features updated information on enteral products. ... Read more

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Univ. of Iowa, Iowa City. Focuses on the importance of parenteral nutrition for small and immature infants. Forty-third workshop was held in Warsaw, Poland; date is not cited. For clinicians and researchers. ... Read more

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Pediatric Nutrition, Fourth Edition Covers Nutrition Guidelines From Preconception Through Neonatal, Including Normal Growth, Inborn Errors, Acute Care Medical Conditions Like Diabetes, And Cardiac And Pulmonary Issues. It Covers The Latest Clinical Research, Accepted Practice Protocols, And Study Of The Normal Child From Preconception Through Adolescence. In A Practical And Detailed Manner, This Best-Selling Text Provides Cutting Edge Research And Resources On The Most Important Pediatric Practice Issues And Therapies. Commonly Used By Dietetic Practitioners Studying For Their Pediatric Specialty Exams, Registered Dietitians, Dietetic Technicians, Nutritionists, Pediatricians, Nurses, And Dietetic Students, This Book Is Considered The Last Word In Pediatric Nutrition. ... Read more

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Designed to provide clinical knowledge in a convenient format, Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition highlights the most common clinical concerns seen on a regular basis by the practicing pediatric gastroenterologist. Covering issues relevant for the diagnosis and treatment of a full range of problematic conditions, including nutritional disorders, the book is an up-to-date, reliable clinical primer on the disorders and diseases that may affect the gastrointestinal tract in neonates and children.

Reflecting a new vision for cooperation among pediatric gastroenterologists in response to the globalization of information that the Internet has catalyzed, the book takes a comprehensive approach. It offers, in one cohesive package, information that illustrates the different realities of common gastroenterological and nutritional problems in different patients and different clinical settings. ... Read more

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The Breastfeeding BookYour Doctor Recommends

Why is breastfeeding best for my baby? Will I like it? What if it hurts? What happens when my maternity leave is over? Will I be able to use a breast pump? How can I make this work?

The American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization that represents the nation’s finest pediatricians, answers these questions and many more in this invaluable resource to help you and your baby get the healthiest possible start. The benefits of breastfeeding will last a lifetime, for both you and your baby.

Here is everything new mothers need to know about breastfeeding. From preparing for the first feeding to adjusting to home, family, and work life as a nursing mother, this comprehensive resource covers:

• Preparing for breastfeeding before your baby is born

• Breastfeeding benefits for mothers and babies, including the most recent neurological, psychological, and immunological research showing why breastfeeding enhances your infant’s immune system and protects against many common illnesses

• Establishing a nursing routine and what to do when you return to work

• The father’s role and creating a postpartum support network

• Handling special situations, from C-sections to premature births

• Breastfeeding beyond infancy

• Weaning your baby

• Solutions to common breastfeeding challenges

• And much more

Mothers everywhere will find this book an indispensable guide to one of life’s most important decisions.


From the Trade Paperback edition. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (29)

Good info but not much help with problems
I got this book while I was expecting my first child and it has plenty of useful information in it. It mostly seems geared toward making a case for breastfeeding, which I already was planning to do, so I found it a little overly enthusiastic. It is a very good intro to breastfeeding and the benefits but what I found, as soon as I had my baby, was that it really was no help for breastfeeding problems outside of the very most common issues. If someone was looking to this book and breastfeeding was offering challenges this book would make a new mom feel like a failure and that she must not be someone who could do it. I needed more help and ended up getting that from the La Leche League website and from a lactation consultant. I give it four stars because I think it unwittingly could discourage a new mom who is trying but lacks the support of a good social network that she can do it even if getting started is challenging. I also think that trying to convince breastfeeding past the first year is rather unrealistic and would not appeal to many people.

Breastfeeding book
This book is small enough to fit in a pocket of the diaper bag for easy reference. It has a lot of information in it and a great read for expecting and new moms.

Great purchase
I took a breastfeeding class and it was recommended to follow up with a good book. This book was on a list provided by the pediatrician I chose for my baby. So I ordered it and am almost finished reading it. It gives lots of helpful tips.

Love this book!
A friend gave me this book, took me a while to open it but after I did, I had to BF, I have loaned this book out many times to many friends.I work full time and been BF my son for 12m, BF daughter for 11m, I also recommend this book to friends/family who are expecting and refer back to it time and time again.Book has all sorts of answers to questions and education on the subject.

Terrible Book
I bought this book before my first daughter was born. My milk supply was low with her and I went through hell trying to get my milk supply up (pumping, SNS, meds, lactation consultants...everything) but had to supplement her through the entire 9 months of breastfeeding when she weaned herself. I felt so inadequate and like a total failure as a mother. Since then I've met SO many women with a similar problems. Anyway, I pulled this book out again last night since I am starting to have similar supply problems with my 2nd, 3 month old daughter. What an awful book. The book does not address supply problems at all except for a couple of cursory comments and offers no real advice on the subject. It appears that the whole point of the book is to push breastfeeding propaganda through fear while purposely ignoring real problems to make breastfeeding seem easy. If you're a new mom, DO NOT GET THIS BOOK. If you do have problems, this book will only make you feel like you are going to make your children unhealthy and stupid if you can't breastfeed through puberty. A much, much more useful book is "The Nursing Mother's Companion". ... Read more