Eating well : children and adults with learning disabilities : nutritional and practical guidelines
By: Crawley, Helen.
Publisher: Abbots Langley, Herts Caroline Walker Trust 2007Description: 159 p. ; 30 cm.ISBN: 9781897820230.Subject(s): FOOD | FOOD PREPARATION | NUTRITION | LEARNING DISABILITY | HEALTH PROMOTION | EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE | EATING DISORDERS | CHILDREN | ADULTSItem type | Current library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Book | IHC Library | 640.2 CRA (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | Available | W000744 |
"This is an evidence-based report which summarises available information on the nutritional needs of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. It also looks at issues around food choice and eating well, and provides practical information to support these groups and those caring for or supporting them." - BOOK SUMMARY
Summary and recommendations|About learning disabilities|Principles of good nutrition|Nutrition through lifespan for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities|Weight management|Gastrointestinal disorders, swallowing difficulties and oral health|How to eat well throughout the day|Encouraging eating well|Monitoring nutritional status and dealing with eating difficulties|Nutrient-based standards and food-based guidance|Menu planning and special diets
Patron comment on
Had useful information when considering dietary needs for autistic children