Children younger than 3 years of age should avoid chunky peanut
butter and cut-up hotdogs due to the risk of choking. Children
under two years of age should not have peanut butter at all
because of the risk of choking; however, if they really want it,
the peanut butter can be mixed with applesauce. The color will
not be too attractive, but the risk of choking will be reduced.
If more than one serving is mixed at a time, the mixture must be
refrigerated; otherwise, it will quickly mold due to the high
moisture content of the applesauce. Receiving adequate nutrition
is important for all children to help them grow and stay
healthy. However, consuming sufficient calories and protein is
even more important for children with cancer since the disease
typically increases their nutritional needs. But since every
child is unique and tolerates treatment differently, the child's
health care team will individualize the nutrition plan. A
dietitian can determine your child’s specific calorie and
protein needs. Children with