Definitions

At a glance

Review the definitions of terms that describe aspects of children's nutrition, health status, and health conditions.

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Anemia

Anemia is a condition in which the body does not have enough red blood cells, or the cells are less able to carry oxygen throughout the body.

Complementary foods

Complementary foods are foods or drinks other than breast milk or infant formula (for example, infant cereals, fruits, vegetables, water).

Exclusive breastfeeding

Exclusive breastfeeding is feeding your baby only breast milk, not any other foods or liquids (including infant formula or water). The exceptions are medications or vitamin and mineral supplements.

Fortify

Fortify is adding vitamins and minerals to a food or drink.

International Units (IU)

International Units (IU) are units of measurement for vitamins and minerals.

Iron deficient

Iron deficient describes people who do not get enough iron.

Iron deficiency anemia

Iron deficiency anemia is anemia due to lack of iron in the diet.

Preterm infant

Preterm infant is an infant born before 37 weeks gestation.

Textures

Textures are how food can feel to your baby's mouth and hands. For example, some foods may be smooth, while others have lumps.

Weaning

Weaning from breastfeeding is the process of switching a baby's diet from breast milk to other foods and drinks.

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