My Top 7 Tips for Boosting Your Child’s Immunity
March 18, 2021
If you feel familiar and you are like most of us who want to treat and boost our child’s immunity naturally then I hope today’s article is going to be your savior!
1. BROCCOLI :
Broccoli or Baby Tree is a super-food with an abundant supply of folate, iron, calcium, and vitamin A. It not only treats constipation due to its high fiber content but also boosts immunity because of its antioxidant content.
How to eat- Try adding it in at least one meal every day. If your child is a fussy eater try pureeing/ mashing / adding it in paratha/pasta/sauces/gravies/ sandwiches.
2. EGGS
It is a great source of first-class protein enriched with Vitamin D which in turn helps in calcium absorption. How to eat- There are various ways to incorporate eggs in your child’s diet—boiled/omelet/scrambled/hard-boiled/soft boiled/ egg sandwiches/ egg parathas/ egg curry/egg wrap. These options are best for lunch boxes as well.
3. DARK GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES :
Spinach/ kale/ coriander/ fenugreek/Brussels sprouts/ amaranth etc. are rich sources of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, fiber, and calcium. These essential vitamins and minerals protect and prevent any infections/influenza and help boost the body’s natural healing powers.
How to eat- If your child doesn’t buy the idea of greens then try incorporating them slowly in their diet by adding a small amount of puree in the soups/ stews and in stir-fries.
Try adding the veggies in mix veg. paratha/ Frankie/ sandwiches/ wraps/ pasta.
4. WATER
Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!! Don’t forget to hydrate your child be it summer/ winter or rainy season. It helps to fight against flu, cough, and cold.
How to drink- Start with coconut water, vegetable/fruit juices.
Even herbal teas are of great help- ginger & lemon tea, spearmint tea, chamomile tea, turmeric water, cumin water, green tea, etc. Try infused water as well.
It is a great source of first-class protein enriched with Vitamin D which in turn helps in calcium absorption.
How to eat- There are various ways to incorporate eggs in your child’s diet—boiled/omelet/scrambled/hard-boiled/soft boiled/ egg sandwiches/ egg parathas/ egg curry/egg wrap. These options are best for lunch boxes as well.
