Calcium is an indispensable and important substance in children's growth and development, how to make up for calcium deficiency?

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2024-07-01 09:14Creators in the field of parenting

Written by: Linlin

Not only is it an important part of bones and teeth, but it also plays a key role in physiological processes such as nerve conduction, muscle contraction, blood clotting, and more. However, due to an unbalanced diet, insufficient sunlight and other reasons, children are prone to calcium deficiency.

1. Several manifestations of calcium deficiency in children

Calcium is a key element in bone development, and calcium deficiency can cause children to grow in height slowly, significantly falling behind their peers. Children with calcium deficiency often experience delayed tooth eruption, loose teeth, and even frequent tooth decay.

If the child sweats profusely while sleeping, especially on the head and neck, this phenomenon is more common in children with calcium deficiency and manifests as night sweats.

Calcium deficiency can also affect the normal function of the nervous system, causing children to be easily irritable, irritable, crying, and even have difficulty concentrating. Calcium deficiency can also trigger increased muscle excitability, and your child may experience symptoms such as tetany and leg cramps, especially at night or after exercise.

Second, if the child is deficient in calcium, the mother can try to do this

1. Reasonable diet and calcium supplementation

Dairy products such as milk, yogurt, and cheese are good sources of calcium and are recommended to be consumed in moderation every day. Calcium-rich green vegetables such as spinach, kale, and broccoli should feature prominently in your child's diet.

In addition, tofu, soy milk, and other soy products are also good sources of calcium, especially for lactose intolerant children. Nuts and seeds such as almonds and sesame seeds are rich in calcium and can be used as a healthy snack. Seafood with a high calcium content, such as sardines and shrimp skin, can help replenish calcium.

Vitamin D helps in the absorption and utilization of calcium, and sunlight is an important source of vitamin D. It is recommended to take children for outdoor activities every day and receive appropriate amount of sun exposure.

2. Cultivate children's good living habits

Develop children's good habits of not being picky eaters and not picky eaters, and ensure a diverse and balanced diet. Exercise contributes to the healthy development of bones, and you can choose some low-intensity exercises such as swimming, skipping rope, etc.

Through reading picture books and telling stories, children are guided to understand the importance of calcium and cultivate their awareness of actively ingesting calcium-rich foods.

Calcium deficiency in children is a problem that needs to be taken seriously by parents, which not only affects the child's physical health, but can also have a negative impact on his or her mental and social skills.

I hope that the above methods can effectively help you prevent and alleviate the phenomenon of calcium deficiency in your child, and ensure that your child grows up healthy and happy.

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