45-5

W. KLISH, Head, Dept. of Pediatrics, Baylor Medical College, 6621 Fannin, Houston, TX 77030

Adult food consumption trends often affect nutrient intake by children and adolescents. Adults consuming low-fat foods may result in growth faltering by children consuming these same products. The emergence of functional foods and popularization of herbal supplements has contributed to potentially unhealthful dietary practices by adults and their offspring. A brief history of practices will be presented and suggestion to reduce risk of growth faltering and unhealthful dietary practices among children and adolescents will be provided. New approaches to assess functional food efficacy and novel ingredient safety will be discussed.