Children needs Calcium too.

Q: I was told that I should give my children calcium.  Why do children need to get calcium and what is the right does?




A:  Excellent questions.  Children need calcium and exercise to build healthy strong bones and teeth.  Calcium and exercise are essential for both adults and children to keep osteoporosis and obesity at bay.  According to a new study from the University of Wales and the University of Exeter in England, research indicates that pre-pubescent children should received 700mg to 800mg of calcium (about three, 8-ounce glasses of milk) and perform about 25 to 40 minutes of vigorous activity (such as running, playing tag or jumping rope) every day to grown healthy bones.

In the study, researchers suggested that because at least 90 percent of peak bones mass if formed by the end of adolescence it is important to optimize bone growth in younger years.  Other researchers in the United States emphasize that exercise is more important than calcium in creating dense and healthy bones.  The bottom line, all children (and adults) should take calcium supplements and eat calcium-rich foods for healthy bones, teeth and proper nerve function.

Calcium also helps to relieve insomnia (sleep problems), and helps you to lose weight. Research studies show that calcium helps to burn fat and helps you lose weight.  Studies also show that calcium also helps to prevent colon cancer.

I hope I have given you some good reasons to start including calcium supplements and calcium-rich foods in yours and your child’s diet.

Calcium and exercise are very beneficial for both adults and children.  How much calcium to take?  For girls 12 years or older, 600mg daily with food.  For women, 600mg, two times daily (with breakfast and dinner). For men, 1000mg, daily in divided doses.  The best form of calcium to take is Calcium Citrate, also add to your CalciumVitimin D31000IU, and VitiminK2 45mcg (one capsule) daily with food.

While you are at it also give your child or children a good children’s multi-vitamin (No Flintstones) please too much sugar) plus Vitamin C, 500mg daily with food and 200 mg DHA every morning with breakfast to help improve your child’s IQ and to help them do well in school.  This superstar brain nutrient will help improve their learning and concentration (in plain English, it makes them smart.)

This protocol will help your child or children to stay healthy and maintain proper brain function.  Give it a try.  You will be amazed.

Nutrition and Health is meant for educational purposes only.  If you have medical condition, consult your doctor.

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