How to calculate calorie requirements in pediatrics?
                                
                                
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                                Globally, millions of children under five suffer from undernutrition, highlighting the critical need for proper nutritional assessment in pediatrics. Calculating a child's calorie needs is essential for ensuring healthy growth, but it involves more nuance than adult calculations due to rapid growth and varying activity levels. This guide will walk you through how to calculate calorie requirements in pediatrics.