How to supplement zinc and calcium deficiency in children

The development of children in childhood is a topic that we parents are very concerned about. Children's development in childhood will also be very uncomfortable. They often have zinc and calcium deficiencies. If a child is zinc deficient and calcium deficient at the same time, then the child must be supplemented in time to avoid the harm caused by these diseases to the child's body. There are too many foods that can supplement zinc and calcium in life. Let's take a look at how to supplement zinc and calcium deficiency in children.

Children's zinc deficiency can be compensated by the following four dietary methods:

1. Eat three-bean porridge

Take appropriate amounts of mung beans, black beans and red beans, add a little rice, wash and cook together, then add sweet or salty flavor after it is cooked.

2. Eat pig pancreas paste

Wash and cut the pig pancreas, then scrape it into a paste with a knife. Add a small amount of oil, salt, cornstarch, MSG and other seasonings, mix, steam and eat.

3. Eat fruit paste

Grind the chestnut meat into powder, add appropriate amount of water and sugar to the chestnut powder, or add a little rice grains and cook into a thin paste.

4. Eat applesauce and drink apple juice

Wash and peel the apples with water, then use a spoon to gently scrape the apples into a paste to make applesauce. You can also steam it before eating. If you boil it in water to extract the juice, it will become applesauce.

Apple juice.

In addition, soybeans, beef, milk and various fish are also rich in zinc, and children who are zinc-deficient can also eat some of them.

How to supplement calcium deficiency in children

Generally speaking, babies who are breastfed are happier. Calcium obtained from the mother is the most easily absorbed. The key depends on the mother's physical condition and the quality of breast milk. This depends on the mother herself to take care of herself. For babies who drink formula milk, current formula milk is more nutritionally comprehensive. In addition to the protein, various vitamins and minerals needed for growth, it also contains some DHA, AA, choline, etc. that promote the baby's brain and vision development. In order to help the baby absorb these nutrients better, prebiotics are also added. Then, calcium, which is especially needed for the baby's growth and development, is of course indispensable. But the key question is, can the baby absorb it well? Everyone knows that calcium supplementation must be combined with vitamin D3. However, VD3 cannot be obtained from food and can only be synthesized in the body through sun exposure. Many babies are born in winter and do not have many opportunities to bask in the sun. In this case, it is appropriate to supplement with vitamin D drops at this time. If the sun cooperates, the baby can go out for some sun basking every day (Note: 1. Never sunbathe through a glass window. 2. The baby's skin must be exposed to the sun. For example, the back of the head, hands and feet, etc. The initial time is generally 5-10 minutes, and after the baby adapts, it can be slowly extended to more than half an hour. It is best to sunbathe before 9 am and after 4 pm. Do not expose the baby to the sun. If you have eczema, avoid exposing the rash to the sun), there is no need for additional vitamin D3 supplementation. After all, it is a chemically synthesized drug, and taking too much of it will definitely be harmful.

When supplementing zinc for children, if the condition is serious, the child should be given medication to regulate the child. If the child is calcium deficient, the child should be exposed to the sun more. Sun exposure actually has the effect of calcium supplementation. When basking in the sun, it is best to expose the child's forehead more, which can supplement calcium for the child. When supplementing calcium, remember to let the child eat more foods high in protein, and also pay attention to exercising the child's body more.