A Healthful Diet for Children

Learn the adequacy and safety of plant-exclusive diets for children at various stages of growth and how to avoid nutrition shortfalls.

Participants are expected to watch the video, reflect on its content, and complete the CME self-assessment and CME evaluation. Only upon completing this process will a participant's continuing education certificate be generated. The estimated time a learner will need to complete this self-study activity is 60 minutes.

This activity is approved for continuing education for physicians, nurses, dietitians, and pharmacists.

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Objectives:

• Describe at least two findings from the VeChi studies on toddlers and children. 
• List four key concepts associated with ensuring nutritional adequacy for children.
• Identify the recommended increases in protein for children eating plant-exclusive, whole food diets.

Requirements for successful completion: Participants will be awarded contact hours commensurate with participation after completion of the post-test with a score of 70% or higher.