THE IMPORTANCE OF COMPLEMENTARY FEEDING IN THE PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN

Authors

  • Nosir Abdullayev Central Asian Medical University, Ferghana, Uzbekistan Author

Keywords:

Complementary feeding, child growth, physical development, infant nutrition, weaning, anthropometric indicators.

Abstract

Complementary feeding plays a crucial role in the healthy physical development of infants and young children. This article examines the timing, type, and nutritional quality of complementary foods and their impact on the growth indicators such as weight, height, and body mass index (BMI) in children aged 6 to 24 months. The study emphasizes the significance of introducing appropriate complementary foods alongside continued breastfeeding to support optimal physical growth and development.

Published

2025-06-23

Issue

Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025)

Section

Articles

License

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How to Cite

THE IMPORTANCE OF COMPLEMENTARY FEEDING IN THE PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN. (2025). Modern American Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, 1(3), 162-169. https://usajournals.org/index.php/1/article/view/541