2024-07-04 00:52:59
It is very important for children to have healthy bones. This helps children to live a healthy and active life. Although emphasis is laid on milk and calcium supplements for bones, apart from these, there are many other methods and habits with the help of which children’s bones can be strengthened.
If you are also worried about your child’s bones or you feel that his bones are weak, then from today itself you should start insisting on adopting the habits mentioned here in your child. So let’s move ahead and know about good habits for children’s bones.
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Feed traditional foods
Ragi is rich in calcium. According to research by the National Institute of Nutrition in India, Ragi contains ten times more calcium than other cereals. Moringa is also rich in calcium. By including these foods in the child’s diet, bones can be made strong and healthy naturally.
Outdoor Play
Sunlight is a natural way to get vitamin D and vitamin D is important for calcium absorption and bone health. Encourage children to play in the sun or under the sun’s rays in the early morning or evening. UV rays are not very strong at these times.
A study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found that daily sunlight exposure increases vitamin D levels in children and reduces the risk of diseases like rickets.
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Take help of yoga
Yoga not only improves flexibility and balance in the body, but also strengthens bones. Asanas like Tea Tree Pose and Warrior Pose put gentle pressure on the bones, which promotes bone growth and strengthens them. A study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that daily yoga improves bone density in children.
Sesame seeds
Sesame seeds are rich in calcium and phosphorus, both of which are essential for building and maintaining healthy bones. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that eating sesame seeds daily can improve bone density in children. You can eat sesame seeds by sprinkling them on food or snacks.
Spices and Herbs
Some herbs and spices used in cooking include turmeric, fenugreek, etc. They also help in keeping bones healthy. Turmeric contains curcumin which has anti-inflammatory properties. A study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research found that curcumin reduces bone formation and bone resorption.
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