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Iron deficiency anemia affects the brain development of children. Therefore, iron supplementation with iron-rich foods is very important, which can help children prevent anemia and develop both physically and intellectually.
1. How does iron deficiency anemia affect a child's brain development?
Iron plays an important role in the body, helping to synthesize hemoglobin, transport oxygen in the blood to all tissues in the body, including the brain. Children are susceptible to iron deficiency and lead to anemia. Causes of iron deficiency in children can be due to:Poor nutrition, not being provided with foods containing iron or not eating properly. Iron is poorly absorbed by the body. Helminth infections or allergies, bacterial infections. Gastrointestinal bleeding. Girls in menstrual period. Iron requirements increase after recovery or during certain stages of development of the body. Premature babies, low birth weight, stunted malnutrition. Children with iron deficiency anemia can lead to consequences such as:
Fatigue Memory loss, poor concentration, forgetfulness Increased risk of lead poisoning In particular, anemia in the brain can affect develop children's intelligence, cognition and behavior. These are considered serious effects that should be taken care of by paying attention to the nutrition and fortification of iron-rich foods for young children.
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2. How to supplement iron-rich foods for children?
When children enter the age of weaning, they need to be supplemented with adequate nutrients besides breast milk. In particular, mothers need to pay attention to supplementing with iron-rich foods to develop brains and prevent anemia for children. Foods with high iron content include:
Red meat: Beef, pork are foods with relatively high iron content. Iron in meat is also very easily absorbed by young children. In addition to iron, beef also contains a lot of zinc, which is a micronutrient that supports the development of brain neurons, enhances concentration and memory. Heart, liver: Along with red meat, beef liver, pork liver, chicken are also foods rich in iron and very easily absorbed. However, these foods need to be prepared properly. Egg yolk: In egg yolk, not only has a lot of iron, but also contains other micronutrients such as vitamins, protein, ... has the effect of supporting and protecting brain cells, enhancing memory. of children. Dark green vegetables: Amaranth, water spinach, spinach, pennywort, spinach, water spinach, broccoli, ... are foods with high iron content, very suitable for supplementation. iron for children. In addition, dark green vegetables also contain a lot of fiber, antioxidants, vitamins B6, B12, ... very good for the health and development of the brain of young children.
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Grains: Whole grains are foods that contain many nutrients such as iron, zinc, vitamins, help children develop comprehensively physically as well as brain, increase blood to the brain to improve ability focus, memorize. Yellow and red tubers: Pumpkin, beets or red beets are very good foods to supplement iron for children because of their high iron content as well as other micronutrients (such as zinc, acid, etc.) glutamine, ...). In children's daily meals, these foods should be included to enhance blood transport to the brain, increase memory, and stimulate nerve cells to develop. Milk: In addition to calcium, milk is a rich source of nutritious food, containing iron, zinc, vitamins, amino acids, protein, DHA, .... essential for children's brain development, including intelligence. Intelligence, memory, ... Supplementing iron-rich foods when children enter the age of weaning is very necessary because it helps to prevent anemia and develop children's brains.
Besides iron, children also need to supplement with other important vitamins and minerals such as lysine, chromium, B vitamins,... At the same time, these essential vitamins also support digestion and enhance nutrient absorption. substances, help improve anorexia, help children eat well.
Parents can learn more:
Signs of zinc deficiency in children
Micronutrient deficiency and failure to gain weight in children
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