The value of the Ghanaian traditional diet in relation to the energy needs of young children

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The energy intakes at individual meals, and the energy densities of traditional foods, consumed by Ghanaian children of 1–3 years, have been studied at two locations—a village and an orphanage. In both locations, a wide range of food intakes and food energy densities was found, and there were children who consumed more than an estimated energy requirement (based on FAO recommendations) of 120 KJ(28 kCals)/kg at single meals. The maximum weight of food consumed at the meal was around 70 g/kg. It is concluded that the Ghanaian traditional diet can adequately satisfy a healthy child's energy needs without the addition of milk and other Western foods.

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