Are These Symptoms Of Children Really Due To Calcium Deficiency? Parents Should Treat Rationally

In this era of information explosion, various views on child rearing emerge one after another. Among them, "calcium deficiency" seems to be a ubiquitous "pot bearer" on the way of children's growth. Sweating, frequent waking up at night, sparse hair, poor appetite, weak physique, emotional fluctuations, rib valgus, low bone density... These seemingly common growth troubles are often simply attributed to "calcium deficiency", which has triggered a series of vigorous calcium supplementation wars. However, is that really the case?

First of all, let's clarify a misunderstanding: not all the above symptoms are the direct manifestation of calcium deficiency. Calcium supplementation, as an important part of ensuring the healthy development of children's bones, is of great importance, but blind calcium supplementation may be counterproductive. Excessive intake of calcium will not only cause constipation, interfere with the absorption of iron, zinc and other important nutrients, but also may bring unnecessary burden to children's kidneys. Therefore, the key to scientific calcium supplementation is "appropriate" and "timely".

Sweating is a common phenomenon in children's growth. It is more related to immature temperature regulation mechanism, vigorous metabolism and environmental factors (such as excessive clothing, high room temperature, etc.), rather than directly pointing to calcium deficiency. Similarly, frequent waking up at night is also a natural phenomenon in the transition of infants' sleep cycle, which is closely related to the baby's self soothing ability, sleeping environment, daily work and rest and other factors, rather than simply due to calcium deficiency.

In the face of these "suspected calcium deficiency" symptoms, parents should remain calm and rational to avoid falling into the misunderstanding of blind calcium supplementation. The correct approach is to first observe the overall health status of the children, combine professional child health care guidance, and carry out scientific and reasonable nutrition supplement. At the same time, we should pay attention to creating a good sleeping environment, cultivating children's ability to fall asleep independently, and ensuring that children receive more comprehensive and balanced nutritional support through reasonable diet arrangements.

In addition, we also need to realize that every child is a different individual, and their growth rhythm and performance are different. Therefore, in the process of childcare, parents should learn to listen to their children's physical signals, respect their growth laws, and accompany them to grow up healthily in a more scientific and humanistic way. Avoid blindly following the trend, teach students in accordance with their aptitude, and choose more appropriate remedies.

In short, "calcium deficiency" should no longer be a backer on the road to childcare. Parents should adopt a scientific attitude and rational thinking to jointly create a healthier and happier growth environment for children.