Health and lifestyle

  The period between childhood and youth is called teenage. This period of transition from childhood to adulthood is also known as Adolescence. During this time physical,  bio-chemical,  and emotional changes has been accelerated .  Our weight, height and even our physical structure also changes.  This is a time period between 12-18 years of age.  The extremely rapid and sudden increase in growth rate during this time is known as growth spurt. The growth spurt of boys is slower  than that of the girls. Several physical changes occur in our body followed by several physiological changes as well. The limitation of menstrual bleeding in adolescent girl is a significant change that create a tremendous nutritional demand.  Just have a look :  physical changes in puberty The Nutritional requirements of adolescents:- v Energy: As growth rate increases, the calorie requirement also increases. Girls generally require fewer calories, although indi...