• Acta paediatrica · Apr 2003

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    Growth in weight and length.

    • R G Whitehead.
    • Darwin College, Silver Street, Cambridge, UK. rogergwhitehead@aol.com
    • Acta Paediatr. 2003 Apr 1;92(4):406-8.

    UnlabelledSome of the complex factors that can affect growth in weight but especially in height are discussed. It is emphasized that although due attention needs to be paid to diet and the regular provision of the extra macro- and micro-nutrients needed during catch-up growth, other considerations are just as important.ConclusionAs well as dealing with the problem of poor sanitation and consequent frequent infection in developing countries, social stimulation and the restoration of a feeling of well-being and general happiness can be just as important.

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