Normal growth is associated with good lung function in children with CF. The CF Foundation gathered a team of experts to determine the best ways to ensure good nutrition for healthy growth. Guidelines on pediatric nutrition include:

• Keeping track of growth by measuring:
  • Height or length, weight, head circumference (in infants)
  • Bone health, stage of puberty
  • Pancreatic insufficiency
• Getting the right amount of:
  • Pancreatic enzymes
  • Formula or breastfeeding (for infants)
  • Necessary calories
  • Vitamins, minerals, fatty acids
  • Salt
• Adding additional calories through:
  • Improving eating habits
  • Supplements
  • Tube feedings

"Consensus Report on Nutrition for Pediatric Patients with Cystic Fibrosis" J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2002 Sep;35(3):246-59

The guidelines were published in September 2002, they were reviewed in July 2021 and it was determined that no update is needed at this time.