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Frank and Jan W. are the proud parents of Jesse, an 18-month-old child who has been breastfed from birth. Jesse was 7 pounds 1 ounce at birth, and at her last check-up, she weighed 20 pounds. Jesse's mom breastfeeds her in the morning and before putting her to bed at night. During the day, Jesse drinks juice and water from a cup. Jesse's parents have been feeding her a vegan diet since her birth, citing a strong family history of heart disease as their reason for this choice. Jesse's current diet includes a variety of chopped fruit, vegetables, cereal, mashed beans, and soy-based cheeses. Both parents want the best for their child and are carefully considering whether to continue her current diet restrictions. 1. Using the "How to" feature on page 507, plot Jesse's birth weight and her current weight for age. What might this information indicate to Jesse's parents? 2. What components of Jesse's diet may contribute to her low rate of weight gain? Explain. 3. In view of her current diet, what nutrition strategies might Jesse's parents consider to improve her weight gain? Give specific examples. 4. As Jesse is weaned from breast milk, what vegan foods might be added to her diet to prevent nutrient deficiencies?

          Frank and Jan W. are the proud parents of Jesse, an 18-month-old child who has been breastfed from birth. Jesse was 7 pounds 1 ounce at birth, and at her last check-up, she weighed 20 pounds. Jesse's mom breastfeeds her in the morning and before putting her to bed at night. During the day, Jesse drinks juice and water from a cup. Jesse's parents have been feeding her a vegan diet since her birth, citing a strong family history of heart disease as their reason for this choice. Jesse's current diet includes a variety of chopped fruit, vegetables, cereal, mashed beans, and soy-based cheeses. Both parents want the best for their child and are carefully considering whether to continue her current diet restrictions.

1. Using the "How to" feature on page 507, plot Jesse's birth weight and her current weight for age. What might this information indicate to Jesse's parents?
2. What components of Jesse's diet may contribute to her low rate of weight gain? Explain.
3. In view of her current diet, what nutrition strategies might Jesse's parents consider to improve her weight gain? Give specific examples.
4. As Jesse is weaned from breast milk, what vegan foods might be added to her diet to prevent nutrient deficiencies?

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