A comprehensive nutrition assessment requires an in-depth review, analysis and interpretation of anthropometric, biochemical, clinical and subjective data in order to provide the most accurate and appropriate nutrition diagnosis and intervention.
Anthropometric data includes:
- Length or height, weight and Head Circumference
- IBW, %IBW and BMI
- Percentiles and Z-Scores based on appropriate growth charts
- Weight/Age
- Length or Height/Age
- Weight/Length or BMI/Age
- Head Circumference/Age
Biochemical data includes:
- Blood work, urine and stool samples
Clinical data includes:
- Past medical history and family history
- Current medications
- Vitamins/Minerals and any other supplements
Subjective data includes:
- Current diet and/or feeding regimen
- Likes/dislikes
- Food allergies and/or intolerances
- Exercise or physical activity
- Weight changes
- GI Health – Nausea/Vomiting/Diarrhea/Constipation
