The daily diet has a significant impact on a child's immune function. Many parents are unsure of what type of food to give their children. In response to this situation, the following are some suitable foods for children's consumption. Parents should pay attention to them!
The following foods help boost children's immune system:
1. Soy products
Soy products and soybeans are rich in protein, iron, carotene, vitamins, zinc, selenium, etc.
They have the effects of replenishing deficiency, clearing heat, detoxifying, and replenishing moisture. They are suitable for children with poor digestion, frequent colds, and poor nutrition.
2. Mushrooms
The polysaccharides in mushrooms have a significant effect on enhancing children's immune function and improving cardiovascular function.
For example, Tremella contains 17 amino acids, calcium, and various vitamins, and has the functions of nourishing yin, moisturizing the lungs, and nourishing the stomach;
The polysaccharides in shiitake mushrooms and mushrooms have antibacterial, preventive effects on rickets and anemia.
3. Quail eggs
Quail eggs are rich in high-quality protein, phosphorus, calcium, iron, etc. They have the effects of nourishing qi and blood, and promoting physical and mental health.
They are suitable for children with malnutrition and frequent colds.
4. Mackerel
Mackerel contains nucleic acids and trace elements such as zinc. It has the effects of replenishing qi, transforming dampness, nourishing the stomach, and invigorating the spleen.
It is suitable for children with weak spleen and stomach, and weak physical condition.
5. Chinese yam
Chinese yam contains calcium, phosphorus, sugar, vitamins, saponins, etc. It has the functions of invigorating the spleen and nourishing the lungs, strengthening the kidneys, and nourishing and strengthening the body.
It is suitable for children with weak spleen and stomach, and low immunity.
6. Coix seed
Coix seed, also known as Job's tears, contains protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, vitamin B, etc.
It has the functions of invigorating the spleen, stopping diarrhea, diuresis, and improving immunity. It is suitable for children who are prone to colds, bad breath, and greasy tongue.
In addition to the above, the following points should also be considered for the health of children:
1. Timely vaccination
Many parents have a negative attitude towards vaccines and believe that it doesn't matter whether their baby gets vaccinated or not.
However, prevention is the best method for diseases.
Vaccines stimulate the body's natural defense system to enhance resistance and prevent virus invasion, thus reducing the likelihood of illness. Therefore, timely vaccination is very important for boosting immunity.
2. Exposure to natural environment
Children who grow up in rural areas like to go out and play. They climb trees and get dirty with their friends, but they rarely get sick;
Children who grow up in cities are often kept indoors by their parents. They are not allowed to touch anything outside because it is dirty or messy. But they are more prone to illness.
This is because a child's resistance is strengthened through repeated exercises. If they lack the stimulation of external bacteria, their immune system will not mature.
Therefore, as long as safety is ensured, it is advisable to let children play outdoors more often!
3. Maintain sufficient sleep
If adults have poor rest and insufficient sleep, they will cause a series of health problems, let alone children.
Adequate sleep allows the body's organs to rest and avoid excessive fatigue, which can create opportunities for bacteria.
Parents should cultivate regular sleep schedules for their children and avoid staying up late.
4. Breastfeeding
The unique immune factors in breast milk can enhance a child's resistance, especially for babies under six months old, when their immune system is weakest and they can only obtain it from breast milk.
The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding until the baby is two years old at the latest.
Therefore, if conditions permit, breastfeeding should be adopted and not easily given up.
