As parents, it can be difficult to keep track of school, nutrition, sleep, friends, and more. There are great online resources to find family events, party entertainment, and independent schools in your area, but what about keeping your kid healthy on the inside? That comes down to making sure they are getting the right nutrients and that might require supplements and dietary changes.
Magnesium Supplements
Most people don’t get enough magnesium. This has a negative impact on muscle development, nerve function, intestinal health, and heart health. That is why parents can find ways to increase their kid’s magnesium intake with supplements. When choosing the best magnesium supplement, you need to consider their age and sex.
Many multivitamin supplements are formulated for the nutritional needs of different ages and sexes. As you age, your body needs different nutrients. This is why a multivitamin can make sure you get all of the things your body needs as it ages. In addition to multivitamin supplements aimed at different age groups, there are supplements aimed at women trying to get pregnant who are in need of extra iron or prenatal vitamins for women who already are pregnant, some aimed at men, others just for seniors over the age of 50. These won’t work as well for your child which is why you need magnesium supplements that are tailored to the nutritional needs of children, sometimes subdivided by boys or girls. These will have the right doses of vitamins and minerals for kids.
Supplements are just that: supplements. They are meant to supplement your kid’s daily intake of things like vitamins and minerals. That said, there are also natural ways you can increase your kid’s magnesium intake, such as integrating foods they might like into their everyday meals and snacks which can complement the magnesium they are already taking.
Yummy Snacks
Cherries can be consumed in many forms – fresh, dry or frozen, within a drink or as part of your raw smoothie. In whatever form the cherry is eaten or drunk it provides a myriad of benefits. Cherries contain the highest level of disease fighting antioxidants of any fruit. Cherries also contain vitamin C, beta carotene, fiber, folate and minerals such as iron, potassium and magnesium. Strawberries and blueberries are good for you but, incredibly, cherries have nineteen times the level of these ingredients within them than strawberries and blueberries have.
Many fruits and vegetables are known to have health immune boosting qualities. For instance, Peaches help regulate the immune system and fight off infections as it is a great source of fiber and Vitamin A. Pears and papaya aid your digestion and keep it regular because of the high amount of fiber it contains. Pears also prevent heart disease and reduce high blood cholesterol. A high dose of bromelain is found in Pineapples. Pineapples are also known to have enzymes that aids healing process, prevents blood clots and lethal diseases such as cancer.
Pomegranate is another great fruit that does not only add great taste to your smoothie but is a rich source of potassium and Vitamin A. It greatly reduces the risk of heart attacks. Prunes and Borons are another great source of vitamin A. Raspberries are rich in iron, magnesium, fiber and are also rich in ellagic acid which helps fight off cervical cancer. Strawberries have good levels of vitamin C and also enzymes that prevent hardened arteries and fight off cancer growth.
Leafy Greens
Leafy greens are fantastic, nutritious foods and many people don’t eat enough of them. That is why leafy greens should be the first ingredient that you put into your energy-boosting smoothie. Leafy greens contain so many things that are healthy: fiber, chlorophyll, phytochemicals, folates, calcium, phosphorus, micronutrients, vitamins A, C, E and K as well as the minerals zinc, iron and magnesium. They naturally boost your body’s immune system as well as purifying your blood, improving circulation and improving bowel function and clearing your colon. They are also a fantastic ally in the fight against cancer. Spinach is a leafy green that has so many benefits it is classed as a superfood. It is one of the most effective foods in the fight against cancer and also contains high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin. Lutein and zeaxanthin are antioxidants that boost our immune system and they are great for promoting healthy eyes.
Overall, remember that getting the right amount of essential vitamins and nutrients is important for growing children. So while you learn about the latest family friendly events in your area, take some time to learn about magnesium and what other supplements your child might need.
