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The A-Z of Essential Nutrients for Kids!

A list of the most essential nutrients required by our kids


Vitamin A

Vitamin A Foods

Source: www.newhealthguide.org

Why // Great for eyesight, particularly color and night vision.  Also help boost our immune systems.

Where // Carrots, sweet potato, almonds, salmon… 

B Vitamins

B Vitamins

Source: www.tinnitushomeremedies.org

Why // B vitamins (such as thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folate, biotin) are all essential to help us make and use energy. No B vitamins = anemia

Where // Grains, poultry, red meat, leafy green, fish and dairy.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C

Source: www.drwillard.com

Why // Massive immune boosting properties, and great for healing.

Where // Oranges are the best! But also mandarins, strawberries, lime and more.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D Foods

Source: www.bouncerehab.com.au

Why // As Vitamin D helps our bodies absorb calcium, it is essential for strong bones and teeth.

Where // Exposure to sunlight, fortified milk, tuna fish and eggs.

Calcium

Calcium

Source: www.foodsng.com

Why // For healthy and strong bones and teeth.

Where // Dairy mainly. Milk, cheese, yoghurt, etc…

Choline

Choline

Source: www.foodnavigator-usa.com

Why // Needed for our cells and for our nervous system.

Where // Eggs, fish, beef, chicken, and broccoli.

Iron

Iron Rich Foods

Source: medindia.net

Why // Just tell your kids they need it if they want to be like Iron Man. Seriously though, it helps the body transport blood and oxygen around the body.

Where // Lean red meat, beans, dark greens…

Magnesium

Magnesium Rich Foods

Source: www.naturalhealingtherapy.com.au

Why // One of the most crucial nutrients, with it being critical for the production of cells and making energy.

Where // Bran, brown rice, beans, nuts and tofu.

Potassium

Banana

Source: bloodpressureuk.org

Why // It helps keeps your organs functioning correctly as well as regulating blood pressure and maintains the working of the muscles.

Where // Bananas! Also in sweet potatoes, white beans, skim milk, and low-fat yogurt.

Zinc

Zinc Rich Foods

Source: www.blogcdn.paleohacks.com

Why // Great for the immune system and fighting colds and viruses. Also crucial for growth and development.

Where // Chicken, beans, and fortified breakfast cereals are filled with zinc.

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