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Health tips for children: Half of February has already passed. The weather has started getting warmer. This change from winter to summer affects the health of children the most. Cold, cough, fever, allergies and infections have started increasing. In such situations, children need special care. Local 18 talked to Rae Bareli’s doctor Dr. Saurabh Singh about this. Dr. Saurabh tells that in the changing season, children should be given at least one or two seasonal fruits every day. Avoid packaged juices as they contain high amount of sugar. Fruits can also be given by making salad or cutting them into small pieces in school tiffin.
With the change in weather, children’s health gets affected the most. Problems like cold, cough, fever, allergy and infection start increasing rapidly. In such a situation, doctors and nutritionists recommend including seasonal fruits in the diet of children. Fresh fruits not only provide essential nutrients to the body, but also strengthen immunity.
Dr. Saurabh Singh, General Physician of Community Health Center Shivgarh in Rae Bareli district, tells Local 18 that parents should take special care of their children during the changing seasons. Make their diet chart. In this season, children are at increased risk of many types of viral infections. In such a situation, it is important that children include fruits in their diet along with food. Especially those fruits which play an important role in their development.
According to Dr. Saurabh, an apple every day can keep children away from many diseases. Apple is rich in fiber and Vitamin C, which strengthens the digestive system and increases the ability to fight infections. Regular consumption of apple is beneficial in the changing seasons.
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According to Dr. Saurabh, orange is an excellent source of Vitamin C. It helps in preventing cold and cough and increases the immunity of the body. It is more beneficial to feed the whole fruit to children instead of giving them orange juice.
Dr. Saurabh says that banana is a good source of energy. It contains potassium and carbohydrates, which keep children active throughout the day. Banana gives instant strength when you feel weak due to change in weather.
Dr. Saurabh says that pomegranate helps in increasing blood. Iron and antioxidants are found in it, which are helpful in protecting children from anemia and makes the body strong from inside.
Dr. Saurabh says that the amount of Vitamin C in guava is more than that of orange. It improves digestion and plays an important role in increasing the immunity of children.
