It is very important to provide the body with necessary substances during the period of active growth - from 7 to 17 years. Why is it so important and which vitamins are needed?
What determines the growth of the child
Proper development of the child's body and the formation of its skeleton and internal organs is directly dependent on nutrition and the environment. Of course, heredity is important - it is in the genetic code that the growth parameters are laid down and usually the parameters of the parents are inherited by the children.
However, 3 important factors directly affect how quickly and efficiently a child grows:
- Nutrition. The diet of the child should be designed so that enough nutrients, vitamins and trace elements enter the body. Separate products and ready meals must be included in accordance with the age and development of the baby;
- Activity. Timely and proper exercise stimulates the growth of the baby and strengthen its bones.
- Rest and proper sleep. It is during the period of deep sleep that the growth hormone is released, so the baby must sleep and rest for a sufficient amount of time.
Parents should provide their child with these three important conditions for the normal development of the body.
Essential vitamins for growing children
Of all the set of only 4 vitamins directly provide the growth and strengthening of the child's skeleton. They also coordinate the work of internal organs with accelerated growth, so it is important to ensure their regular flow from outside. So, what vitamins are needed for the growth of children:
- Vitamin A - is involved in protein synthesis, i.e. helps produce protein, which is the main substance for the formation of teeth, cartilage and bones;
- Vitamin B - the whole group of this vitamin (B1, B2, B3, etc.) is involved in the metabolism and metabolism;
- Vitamin C - it is ascorbic acid that helps the body absorb all other vitamins and quickly transport them from food to the muscles and bones;
- Vitamin E - plays a role in strengthening the immune system, hormone production and the functioning of muscle tissue;
- Vitamin D is the most important growth vitamin, whose work is to saturate the skeleton with calcium. Thanks to calcium, bones become stronger and grow faster.
According to scientific studies, only 2% of people in the world grow in accordance with the genetic code, while others cannot do this because of the lack of substances necessary for growth in their bodies.
Vitamins for hair growth in children
Hair growth in children is also an important indicator that all the processes in his body are correct and the overall development is not complicated by any negative factors.
Vitamins are essential for hair growth:
- B (B3, B9, B10, B2 and B5);
- A (retinol);
- WITH;
- E.
These substances are contained in sufficient quantities in the usual foods (meat, fish, vegetable and dairy products). Sometimes it is worth adding special complexes to even out the balance of beneficial trace elements in the body.
The rate of vitamins for growth, depending on age
The number of essential trace elements in each period of your life. It is very important to know the rate of vitamins for growth at a certain age, since a glut of even useful substances can lead to serious problems.
The required number of them, respectively, for each age period is given below. These data relate to natural vitamins that come naturally. In cases of the use of special pharmaceutical complexes, it is necessary to follow the prescriptions of the doctor.
All data are in micrograms (µg).
| Vitamins | 0-3 months | 4-6 months | 7-12 months | 1-3 years. | 4 - 6 years | 7-10 years | 11-13 years old | 14-17 years old | 19-24 years old |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUT | 400 | 500 | 700 | 1000 - boys 800 - girls | |||||
| D | 10 | 2500 - both sexes | |||||||
| E | 3000 | 4000 | 5000 | 7000 | 10000 | 12000-15000 - boys 10,000-12,000 - girls | |||
| IN 1 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 800 | 900 | 1200 | 1400-1700 - boys 1100-1300 - girls | ||
| AT 2 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 900 | 1000 | 1400 | 1700-1800 - boys 1300-1500 - girls | ||
| AT 6 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 900 | 1300 | 1600 | 1800-2000 - boys 1600 - girls | ||
| AT 12 | 0,3 | 0,4 | 0,5 | 1,0 | 1,5 | 2,0 | 2-3 boys 2.0 - girls | ||
| WITH | 30000 | 40000 | 45000 | 50000 | 60000 | 70,000 - both sexes | 60000 - both sexes | ||
Knowing the necessary daily rate of nutrients, it is very easy to make the right diet for a child and provide his body with all the vitamins and minerals.
How to get vitamins for growth from food
All the substances the body needs can be easily obtained from simple foods. Vitamins necessary for growth contain:
- A - liver, fish and fish oil, dairy products, eggs, carrots, pumpkin and spinach;
- group B - meat products (pork, beef, poultry), legumes, cabbage and any nuts;
- C - in large quantities contained in citrus fruits (lemons, oranges), rosehip, sea buckthorn, greens and bell peppers;
- E - a large amount of this vitamin is in almonds and hazelnuts, dried fruits, in any kind of oil and cereals;
- D - any dairy products (especially cottage cheese and milk), fish and products of marine origin.
The diet of any baby should contain all these products in different combinations and variations.
Overview of pharmacy vitamins for the growth of children
Even with all the conditions for the full development of the child and ensuring its correct and balanced diet, there is a high probability that there will still not be enough nutrients. Therefore, doctors recommend the use of additional pharmacological complexes:
- "Bi-Big" is a complex vitamin supplement the result of the work of Vision. It contains vitamins B1 and D3, calcium carbonate, phosphorus and silicon. All of these substances have a positive effect on the skeleton, cartilage and epithelial tissue, ensuring the strengthening of muscles, rapid growth and normal formation of the skeleton. It is necessary to take one capsule per day for children from 6 years of age, and the period of reception must be agreed with the doctor;
- "Biovital" - gel with fruit taste and smell, prescribed to children from birth to one year. Contains retinol, calcium, vitamin C and other beneficial substances. Children under one year should take 0.5 teaspoon per day for the prevention of rickets and good nutrition. Issued by a doctor
- “Pikovit” is a vitamin complex that is available in syrup or tablets for children from 1 to 14 years old and contains vitamins A, B, C, E, D and PP. There are several types of this supplement for a certain age. Appointed by a doctor in case of vitamin deficiency and frequent fatigue. A teaspoon of syrup is taken 2 to 4 times a day;
- Multitabs is a vitamin supplement made in Denmark for children and teenagers. For the first category it is necessary to acquire "Multitabs the Kid", for the second - "Multitabs Junior". Both complexes contain the necessary dosages of vitamins and minerals for the full development of the child, as well as the prevention of vitamin deficiencies and as auxiliary substances during exercise and recovery after illness. The proportions and duration of admission is prescribed by a doctor;
- Calcium-D3 Nycomed is a simple vitamin containing only calcium carbonate and co-calciferol (vitamin D3). This is not a complex drug, so it should be taken only after consulting a doctor. It compensates for the lack of calcium in the body and vitamin D, perfectly stimulating the growth of the child;
- "Unicap T" is a multivitamin containing vitamins and minerals. It is prescribed with a deficiency of vitamins and minerals on the recommendation of a doctor for at least 1 month. Contains all the necessary substances for growth and full development;
- "Supradin Kids Junior" is a French vitamin complex containing, in addition to essential vitamins, other minerals and trace elements (potassium, selenium, iron, iodine, zinc, etc.). The complex is taken for 1 month, children from 5 to 17 years, 2 tablets per day.
These are the most modern and best complexes for children and teenagers.
Contraindications
There are no special contraindications for taking any vitamin complexes and food supplements. However, with certain diseases, you should not use these or other drugs:
- hyperavitaminosis;
- renal failure;
- diabetes;
- hypercalcemia;
- hypercalciuria;
- allergies;
- individual intolerance of individual components.
In any case, before taking vitamin complexes and active supplements, you should always consult with your doctor!
Opinion of doctors and parents reviews about vitamin complexes
We bring to your attention testimonials, according to which it is possible to understand which vitamins are best to choose for the growth of a child, that is, our readers prefer.
Today, most people on Earth are diagnosed with a vitamin deficiency. Particularly affected by the inhabitants of the northern regions, where fresh fruits and vegetables are very expensive. That is why every child and adult must take vitamin supplements! "Pikovit", "Big Big", "Multitabs" and certain simple vitamins must be drunk. This is especially important in adolescence, when the skeleton is just being formed and it needs support. Of course, a daily regimen, a balanced diet and good rest are also needed. Only a set of measures will help the child grow and develop healthy!
Pediatrician, Anna Olkova, Moscow
The son at the age of 6-11 years was the last in the line of physical education for a long time - he was very small, even less than some girls. He and we, the parents, were very worried. Still, for a boy, growth is very important. They consulted with the pediatrician, and he said not to worry too much, because usually at 13-15 the boys are very drawn out, but wrote out “Multitabs Junior” for prevention. My son took vitamins daily and began to grow slowly. Today he is 15 years old and he is already 1.70 cm!
Maria, Moscow
My daughter grew very weak, did not want to drink milk and eat cottage cheese - probably, she has it from me. Doctors calmed, spoke, with age will pass. At my request to write nutritional supplements they were joking. But when she fell and broke the handle - this was the last straw. I demanded from the pediatrician to prescribe a vitamin complex and so we started drinking "Big Bi". After the cast was removed, I see significant improvements, my daughter recovered, strengthened, her appetite increased. But "Big Bi" we will still take!
Alla, Rostov
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