Right from the initial years of infancy through adolescence, proteins fuel a child’s physical and mental growth leading to stronger bodies and minds. Protein is a crucial component because it is responsible for building tissues such as muscles, skin and bones. Kids require more proteins during their childhood than at any other time in their lives. As suggested by the National Academies of Science, 1-3 year olds should get at least 13 grams a day, 4-8-year-olds should get at least 19 grams a day and 9-13-year-olds should get at least 34 grams a day, says Yashna Garg, CMO E-Commerce, ZeoNutra.
‘Including foods rich in healthy fats is very essential. Try to add olives, nuts, avocados and seafood which provide essential fatty acids and vitamin E. ’
Here are a few things she suggests to focus on in your child’s development years —
Try to engage your kid in as much physical activity from their initial years itself. Activities like — dance, skating, cycling, swimming, etc. will not only help them to grow physically but mentally as well.
The best results are found by consuming just the milk powder in the milk without additional sugars. The compound has clinically the ideal amount of sweetness to intake by the kids to help them grow well.
Kids these days are in high contact with electronic gadgets which restricts brain development and also increases lethargy in them. It is suggested to pursue them in brain teaser activities and reading books.
Source: IANS
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