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to make them healthy Dr. Pradeep. M. K. Photo Courtesy : www.growingraw.com From the moment a baby is born, the parents watch their baby’s progress eagerly, anticipating every inch of growth and each new developmental milestone along the way. But how one can say their child is growing properly? The physical and mental development has to be considered. Physical growth refers to the increases in height and weight and other physical changes that a child adapts as it matures. The hair grows; teeth come in, come out, and come in again and gradually attains puberty, develop secondary sexual characters. It’s all part of the growth process. The first year of life of a baby is a time of astonishing change during which, babies on average, grow 10 inches (25 centimeters) in length and triple their birth weights. After the age of 1, baby’s growth in length slows considerably, and by 2 years, growth in height usually continues at a fairly steady rate of approximately 2½ inches (6 centimeters) per year until adolescence. A major growth spurt occurs at the time of puberty, usually between age 8 to 13 years in girls and 10 to 15 years in boys. Puberty lasts about 2 to 5 years. By the time girls reach age 15 and boys reach age 16 or 17, the growth associated with puberty will have ended for most and they will have reached physical maturity. This is all about physical growth. We feed our children for their physical growth, but have we ever thought about mental growth or the growth of the brain? A number of factors influence early brain development. These important factors include genetics, food and nutrition, responsiveness of parents, daily experiences, physical activity and love. In particular, parents should be aware of the importance of furnishing a healthy and nutritious diet, giving love and nurturing, providing interesting and varied everyday experiences, and giving children positive and sensitive feedback. Here we are going to talk more about food that 12 Nisargopachar Varta : January 2013
to make them healthy stimulates the brain, which are termed as “brain food”. Children’s brains are built differently depending on what they are fed when they are rapidly growing. Healthy brains are about 60 percent structural fat (not like the flabby fat found elsewhere in the body). As the brain grows, it selects building blocks from among the fatty acids available in what the child eats. The most prevalent structural fat in the brain is DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), one of the omega-3 fatty acids. DHA is also a major structural component of the retina of the eye. A large number of studies have suggested that low DHA levels are associated with problems with intelligence, vision, and behavior. Breast milk is the first and foremost food rich in DHA levels, which suggests that it’s intended for babies to consume a lot of it. Studies have shown that babies who have not got DHA in their diets have significantly less of it in their brains than those who have fed with breast milk. Iron is another nutrient that is essential to optimal brain function. Kids need more than isolated, individual nutrients to boost their brains and school performance. There are big-picture benefits to eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and fiber. Antioxidants include a large variety of compounds found in a large variety of whole foods. Antioxidants in foods have been linked to improved memory and brain function. Even in the same food, antioxidant levels can vary depending on how the food is grown. Organic foods, on average, are about 30 percent higher in antioxidants than are their nonorganic counterparts. That means each organic serving may be packed with more valuable nutrients. The morning energizers Breakfast is critical for school-age kids. Research has shown that breakfast-eaters do better academically and have fewer behavior problems than breakfast-skippers. Ideal breakfasts offer protein and complex carbohydrates, which are digested more slowly. Some studies have found that such breakfasts not only keep kid’s energy levels stable all morning, but also improve motor co-ordination. Egg, whole wheat bread, sliced fruits can be a better option for morning breakfasts. Oats can also be used as an option. Oats are one of the most familiar hot cereals for kids and a very nutritious “grain for the brain.” Loaded with fiber, oats keep a child’s brain fed all morning at school. Oats also are good sources of vitamin E, B-vitamins, potassium and zinc which make our bodies and brains function at full capacity. Including berries in the breakfast especially strawberries and blue berries which are rich in antioxidants will boost their cognitive functions. Leisurely lunch The lunch is another important meal a child is having. A perfect balanced lunch should be designed so that it should provide one third of your child’s calories, vitamins and minerals. Whole grains rich in folate, a B vitamin that is used to manufacture memory cells in the brain. Whole grains are a good source of other B vitamins that have also been shown to improve alertness. Including leafy vegetables also provides effectiveness in brain development. Leafy Nisargopachar Varta : January 2013 13
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