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      Vitamin B12

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      Discover the role of vitamin B12 in the body, and how to get enough in your diet.

      Other vitamins and minerals

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      Discover the role and food sources of vitamins A, B, C, E and K and key minerals such as potassium and selenium.

      About parenteral nutrition (PN)

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      Parenteral nutrition is liquid nutrition that is given to your child through an intravenous (IV) infusion if their digestive system cannot absorb or tolerate adequate food or fluids by mouth or through a feeding tube to be able to grow and thrive.

      Cystic fibrosis and nutrition

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      People with cystic fibrosis can maintain healthy bodies with nutritional support and advice.

      Nutrition

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      Learn what nutrition is optimal for your child from the time they are born to the time they are a teen. Learn about the different food groups and find information about the different nutrients that food contains.

      Nutrition before and during pregnancy

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      ​Nutrition plays an important role in supporting a healthy pregnancy. Find out how to get the right nutrients to support you and your baby.

      Nutrition labels: Finding out about the food you eat

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      Learn how to read nutrition labels to help compare and choose products, and to make informed food choices.

      GI (gastrointestinal) tract

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      Enteral nutrition in intestinal failure

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      Enteral nutrition is any method of feeding that uses the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to deliver nutrition to your child. It can include food given through their mouth or through a feeding tube.

      The basics of a healthy diet

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      Learn about macronutrients and micronutrients and how eating a balance of these can help support your mood and general wellbeing.

      Reading nutrition fact tables and food labels

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      Feeding and nutrition for premature babies

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      Learn about what a premature baby needs to eat and how they can get proper nutrition.

      Anorexia nervosa: Medical complications

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      Learn how anorexia nervosa causes malnutrition and disrupts the body's usual functions.

      Nutrition: How a balanced diet and healthy eating habits can help your child's mental health

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      Mark National Nutrition Month by learning about the nutrients and routines that can help with your child's mental wellbeing.

      Bone health: The role of calcium and vitamin D

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      Find out how calcium and vitamin D help build strong bones.

      What is intestinal failure?

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      Intestinal failure is a condition in which the GI tract cannot absorb the nutrients a child needs for growth and day-to-day life. Learn about the causes and treatments.

      Vegetarianism in childhood

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      This article describes what to consider when your child decides to become a vegetarian.

      Eating well for health

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      A large part of staying healthy is making sure you eat well. Learn about the importance of eating well for health and the foundations of a nutritious diet.

      Gut microbiome

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      Discover the role of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, parasites and fungi that live in the GI tract or gut. The world of microorganisms in the GI tract is called the gut microbiome.

      Role of protein foods in a healthy diet

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      Learn about the benefits of protein foods and how to help you and your family get enough protein.

      Celiac disease: The gluten-free diet

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      Children with celiac disease must follow a strict gluten-free diet. Learn what foods are and are not allowed on a gluten-free diet.

      Liver, gallbladder and pancreas

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      Learn how the liver, gall bladder and pancreas help the body digest food.

      Dietitians for blood and marrow transplant

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      Learn how dietitians help during your child's blood and marrow transplant (BMT).

      Vitamin D

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      Discover the role of vitamin D in the body and how to get enough in your diet.

      Monitoring your diet and fluid intake after a kidney transplant

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