Women’s health: From puberty to post menopause
Puberty During puberty the body goes through rapid changes to accommodate sexual development and requires specific nutrients to prevent acne, obesity and behavioural problems. From 14 to 16 years of age girls and boys need more vitamin A, D, B6, biotin, zinc, calcium, magnesium and essential fatty acids. They also need more protein because of still being in a growth phase. Growing pains and acne are because of a zinc deficiency. The following key eating habits must be encouraged :- Seeds – rich in zinc, magnesium and EFA`s Eat fruit and little to no sweets Vegetables daily Proper sit down …