ENSURE your children are healthy is a big job and can be their worst nightmare for parents!
First two years of a child is the most important because at this time that the formation of the brain occurs. If a woman does not get enough nutrition during pregnancy, or if the children are not getting adequate nutrition at this point, the physical and mental growth of children may be slow. This can not be replaced when older children - it will affect the child for the rest of his life.
Asian children weaned early so parents must make it a habit to give them at least 2-3 glasses of milk every day, until they were teenagers. Calcium is essential for healthy bones.
Due to advertising, children are very influenced by junk food is not healthy. In the long run, this may lead to malnutrition or obesity.
Eating snacks between meal times is strictly prohibited. Because this is difficult to control completely, it is necessary to give to their multivitamin supplements to reduce adverse effects.
Whether your child is new falter or teenagers, you can take steps to improve nutrition and encourage smart eating habits though in practice, a balanced diet among children is difficult to follow.
Here are some guidelines provided by the Mayo Clinic for a healthy diet
From birth to 2 years:
* Breast milk is the only food for infants from birth to six months old. It provides good nutrition and protect against infection. Breastfeeding should be continued for at least the first year, if possible. If breastfeeding is not possible or not desired, iron-fortified formula (not cow's milk) should not be used during the first 12 months. Complete milk can be used to replace cow's milk formula or breast milk after the age of 12 months.
* Mothers breast-fed babies do not get regular exposure to sunlight may need to receive supplements of vitamin D.
* Start with solid foods at four to six months of age. Most experts recommend that baby rice cereal fortified with iron as first food.
* Begin a new food at a time so much easier to identify problem foods. For example, wait a week before adding any grains, vegetables or other fresh food.
* Use iron-rich foods, such as grains, iron-fortified cereals, and meat.
* Do not give honey to infants during the first 12 months.
* Do not limit fat during the first two years.
Two years and older:
* Offer a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
* Use salt (potassium) and sugar in moderation.
* Encourage a diet low in fat, saturated fat and cholesterol.
* Help your child maintain a healthy weight with proper feeding and encourage them to exercise.
Facts for Life According to UNICEF, each year, nearly 11 million children die from causes that can be prevented before their fifth birthday. Millions of children still living, only to face a dim future, unable to develop their full potential.
Many of these deaths can be prevented if parents and caregivers understand what to do when illness strikes and how to recognize danger signs that signal the need for medical assistance.
Some common diseases that can be prevented in children through immunization, including polio, tetanus, measles and chicken pox. Parents should not neglect to bring their children to visit the doctor to reduce infection, illness and death rates.
There is no fail-safe method to avoid common infections and often, it takes one or two weeks to disappear. However, promoting and practicing good personal hygiene is in line with the steps toward preventing this common infection.
