Nutrition advice according to the age of your child

Each age has a pattern of development and growth, which calls for an increase in certain elements over other elements in foods.

Here is a list of some nutritional advice according to the child’s age.

Infants need 11 mg of iron per day, but the rapid growth and development may put even breastfed infants at risk of iron deficiency.

You can tell if a child is suffering from iron deficiency by these signs:

• Paleness of the complexion,
• Paleness of the whites of the eyes,
• Broken nails,
• Cold extremities,
• Or loss of appetite.

*Iron supplements help children with breastfeeding, as well as choosing iron-fortified formula.

 *For children older than 7 months old, add pureed meat to their diet. Be aware, however, that excessive iron intake can be dangerous, especially for young children. Talk to your doctor to find out the best doses of iron to give to your child.

First From 2 to 3 years old:

Nutrition advice according to the age of your child

At this age, a child can eat types of food like an adult, but parents can worry that the quantities he eats are small and that they may not be enough.

This is because children at this age have not yet fully developed a sense of satiety.

Second From 4 to 6 years old

Nutrition advice according to the age of your child

At this age, the child appears fussy, chooses certain foods, and rejects others. However, this does not mean that you should go along with him rather than motivate him to try foods rich in beneficial nutrients.

Talk to your baby about what you are going to cook today, instead of just putting the plate in front of him.

The child will be interested in what he eats, especially if its preparation is fun or the way it is presented is creative.

Serve your child chopped vegetables in different colors with sauce,

 Or cook pasta in water with a few drops of natural food colors and serve it with his meals.

Third From the age of 7 to 9 years:

Children are getting older, so you can leave them out for longer periods of time than before.

Offer your child a complete breakfast in order to provide him with enough energy to be able to complete his day actively and vitally.

You can serve breakfast cereals with whole wheat, or oatmeal with milk. Also whole wheat bread with peanut butter, or fried eggs.

 Also, do not forget the juice from the seasonal fruits to give it more vitamins in a delicious and refreshing way.

Forth From the age of 10 years and over:

At this age, calcium is of the utmost importance. This is due to the rapid growth of bones in late childhood and adolescence, which requires more calcium than younger children.

 Calcium deficiency at this age may lead to weak and easily broken bones in the following years.

 Babies in this stage need at least 1,300 mg of calcium a day.

 Offer your child about 4 cups of skimmed milk or yogurt daily to get the required calcium level.

There are also other foods that contain calcium other than dairy products, such as dried fruits (raisins and dried figs), fish such as salmon, sesame seeds, and green leafy vegetables.

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