Making sure we consume enough calcium is crucial, and even more so for young children and adolescents. Prime bone growing years are between the ages of 9-18, however according to the National Academy of Pediatrics most children are not getting an adequate amount. It can be hard with children if they are not willing to eat calcium rich foods, so try to also incorporate foods that are fortified with calcium in addition to calcium rich foods. Make it fun try a new smoothie made with yogurt and fruit, or a yogurt parfait. Anyway you can squeeze in the calcium do it! Some options to add to your breakfast:
Calcium fortified cereals
Most fruits contain some calcium: Strawberry, orange, grapes, apples, cantaloupe, banana, etc
Yogurt
Milk
Calcium fortified orange juice
Calcium fortified Soy milk
Anytime you can add calcium to your child's meal you increase their chances of getting enough calcium and start building healthy bones. Just by consuming a bowl of calcium fortified cereal with some low fat milk and a glass of calcium fortified orange juice will have your child already on their way to adequate calcium before lunch.
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