Pediatric nutrology: ten signs of good nutrition

Introduction: Proper nutrition is key to ensuring child health. The “Manual de Alimentação para crianças entre zero e cinco anos”, published by the Brazilian Association of Nutrology, is an evidence-based instrument that can be used as a reference by health professionals interested in a comprehensive and detailed evaluation. Objective: It was to propose signs indicative of good nutrition in the pediatric age group. Methods: Review of the scientific literature in the main national and international databases, aiming to identify the main indicators that point to the adequacy of the food and nutrition processes and their repercussions on health. The data obtained were evaluated by the authors so that it was possible, in a consensual and evidence-based way, to propose ten signs of good nutrition. Results: The literature review identified indicators that can be used by health professionals to compose the nutritional assessment during the pediatric consultation. Conclusions: Ten signs of good nutrition are presented.