Paediatrics
Adolescence (11 to 18 years of age)
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Nutrition during adolescence
Adolescence is the phase of life between childhood and adulthood (ages 11 to 18). It is a unique stage of human development and represents a crucial and opportune time for further embedding the foundations of good health.
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This period of the lifespan is characterised by profound transitions, biologically, neurologically and socially, and frequently coincides with puberty, considered a defining transition period in adolescence in its own right. Rapid growth and maturation occurs and children attain an adult capacity for cognitive processes.
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Adequate and appropriate nutrition is essential to support this rapid and significant physical and mental growth and development. However, this is not always easy to achieve!
Adolescence is a period of increasing independence which is significantly impacted by environmental factors such as peer influence and exposure to media, as well as personal factors like changing belief systems and emotional needs.
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This is where the guidance and support of a qualified nutritionist can have a significant impact. Dr Bujtor helps families navigate these challenges, among others, providing personalized nutritional guidance and support to meet the unique needs and goals of each adolescent, and their families.
Dr Bujtor provides guidance and support to parents, caregivers and their teens to help them navigate a range of dietary issues that can present in adolescence including:
Nutrition guidance and support
Through a collaborative, science-led and education-based approach, Dr Bujtor works with adolescents and their families to establish or re-establish healthy eating habits, understand their changing nutritional needs, and educate them on the importance of maintaining a balanced diet.
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Adequate and appropriate dietary intake for this stage of the lifespan
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Overweight / underweight
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Acne
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Irregular periods
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Addressing dieting concerns, and disordered eating
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ADHD dietary management
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Assisting neurodiverse individuals with dietary management
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Digestive issues (constipation, diarrhoea, IBS)
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Iron deficiency, Anemia
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PCOS and endometriosis
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Key nutrient deficiencies: Vitamin D, calcium, fibre, folate, magnesium, potassium, vitamin E, zinc
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Vegetarian or vegan diets for adolescents
Dr Bujtor provides guidance and support to parents, caregivers and their teens to help them navigate a range of dietary issues that can present in adolescence including:
