Due to improper dietary combinations, many people nowadays suffer from calcium deficiency, especially young children, as their bodies are unable to absorb balanced nutrients. Parents need to figure out how to properly and reasonably supplement calcium for young children. So what foods should young children avoid for calcium deficiency?
1. Plant based foods cannot be eaten together with calcium. Such as grains, especially whole grains, whole wheat, bran, etc. They contain high levels of phytic acid, which affects the absorption of calcium by the human body. There are also vegetables, such as spinach, which contain oxalates, phosphates, and carbonates, all of which can affect the body's absorption of calcium.
2. Calcium should not be eaten together with oily foods. The fatty acids in oily foods, when combined with calcium, can affect the absorption of calcium.
3. Also, one should not eat too much meat and eggs. Meat and eggs contain a high amount of phosphate, which can also prevent calcium from being absorbed.
4. Also pay attention to the timing of calcium supplementation. It is best to supplement calcium between two meals. Although some foods are nutritious, they have low calcium content. While feeding these calcium rich foods to young children, they should also be supplemented with extra calcium.
While supplementing calcium for young children, parents can also provide them with foods that promote calcium absorption, such as dairy products, animal liver, egg yolks, fish, beans, etc. Vitamin D is present in these foods, and calcium digestion and absorption can be aided by them. In addition, exposing young children to sunlight can also help with calcium absorption.
