2006-08-30 16:29:34 · 7 answers · asked by Patti M 1 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
it has nothing to do really with age. It would depend on his size and how active he is. I wouldnt really think that an 8 year old would need to count calories. I would just use common sense and make sure he eats lots of fresh fruit and veggies and keep sweets to a minimal and low fat meats. If you get him used to eatting good foods now it will be normal for him as he grows and wont end up being a junk food junkie. Make sure he is drinking plenty of water and getting plenty of excercise by playing like a normal 8 yr old and not sitting in front of a screen be it games , internet or tv. If he is running around you wont have to worry about his calorie intake.
2006-08-30 16:41:21 · answer #1 · answered by hersheynrey 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on a variety of factors -- and what kind of calories (good nutrition, or "junk") -- and how active he is (how many calories he is burning per day). This was an interesting site that has links to calculators for Body Mass Index, too.
2006-08-30 16:38:37 · answer #2 · answered by kaliselenite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
about 2000
2006-08-30 16:32:56 · answer #3 · answered by Mama R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be variable based on his height, weight, activity level, growth spurts, but generally if he is following his growth curve, then he is getting enough calories.
2006-08-30 16:36:44 · answer #4 · answered by TXChristDem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not a matter of age, but size and amount of activity. It's really something you should discuss with a pediatrician.
2006-08-30 16:35:48 · answer #5 · answered by Kikka 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
50,000 . . .you want him to grow big and strong right!?! Or do you want gim to be a wimp with only 500 calories
2006-08-30 16:33:01 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
not enough information, height, current weight, diabetic?, picky eater, overweight?
2006-08-30 16:32:45 · answer #7 · answered by debi_0712 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋