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. Table of Contents Chapter 1. Physical Growth and Maturation Wm. Cameron Chumlea Chapter 2. Nutritional Assessment Susan Bessler Chapter 3. Prenatal Nutrition Barbara Luke, Mary L. Hediger, and Janet Washington Chapter 4. Nutrition for Premature Infants Diane M. Anderson Chapter 5. Normal Nutrition During Infancy Susan Akers and Sharon Groh-Wargo Chapter 6. Normal Nutrition from Infancy through Adolescence Betty Lucas and Beth Ogata Chapter 7. Nutrition Counseling Bridget Kalwitter Chapter 8. Vegetarian Diets for Children Virginia Messina Chapter 9. Food Hypersensitivities Lynn Christie Chapter 10. Weight Management: Obesity to Eating Disorders Bonnie Spear Chapter 11. Sports Nutrition for Children and Adolescents Nancy Nevin-Folino Chapter 12. Co