Adolescent (age of 10 - 19 years) is a period of rapid growth, and high physiologic changes take place, which is entirely different from an adult that is why the body's demand for nutrients is very high. The increased requirements of nutrients include energy, protein, and minerals (calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc). The recommended daily requirement of energy is 2800 Kcal. and 2100 Kcal, for boys and girls, respectively.

Adults (age of 19 to 50 years) are almost accomplished their growth, therefore; the increased required nutrients will not be the same as to adolescents, children, pregnant and lactating mothers. The demand for nutrients her depends on their energy (exercise or workload). The average recommended daily calorie allowance for active adult men & women is 2430 Kcal and 2170Kcal, respectively. Girls and women nutrition should include more iron compared to that of boys and men.

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