Adolescent Growth Spurt – The Final Window of Opportunity
Puberty begins in early adolescence, marking the start of a period of tremendous physical changes. Growth in 10 –15 -year-olds accounts for 80% of all adolescent growth1.
The growth that one experiences during this period sets the stage for adulthood, thus representing the final window of opportunity to influence growth and development in the lifecycle.
Adolescent is defined as a person
between 10-19 years of age2.

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Up to 20% of total height and 45% of adult bone mass are achieved during adolescence1?
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Teen Nutrition Matters – Up to 2x* Key Nutrients Are Required During Growth Spurt Period
Nutritional requirements may increase up to 2x* during adolescence, compared to before puberty. This is due to the greater demand for energy and key nutrients to support the dramatic increase in growth during adolescence.
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Muscle
buildingProtein: Protein helps in tissue building and growth Bone health Calcium & Vitamin D: Calcium helps development of strong bones; Vitamin D helps support calcium absorption and improves bone strength Energy &
ImmunityEnergy: Adequate energy supports normal growth
Vitamin A, Vitamin B1-12, Vitamin C, Iron & Folate: Contribute to the normal function of the immune system
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Do Not Miss Out On The Last Growth Spurt Window
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References:
1.Campisi S et al. Innocenti Working Papers no. 2018-12, UNICEF Office of Research - Innocenti, Florence
2.World Health Organization: Adolescent Health. Accessed 28 July 2021. Link: Adolescent health (who.int)
3.Ang, K. L. et al. Health Education.2002.102(5), 239-248.
4.Lew K et al. Singapore Med J. 2005 Jun;46(6):282-8. PMID: 15902356.
*For Protein, Vit A, Iron and Vit C for teenagers (13-18 years) compared with children (7-12 years) based on the Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA) for normal healthy persons in Singapore (Children & Adolescents).
#Potential for catch-up growth during adolescence varies between individuals. This can be influenced by different factors including nutrition and health status, physical activity, genes, and hormones.