Healthy morning,
For 7 years old boy who has not seen adequate growth in height and weight, it’s important to focus on a balanced, nutrient rich diet to support overall growth and development.
A. Ensure Proper calorie intake:
1. Increase calorie density:
Children needs enough calories for growth. Ensure
Includes nutrients-dense , calorie rich foods
2. Focus on protein for growth:
Protein is essential for muscle and tissue development
Good source of protein includes:
Lean meat like chicken, turkey
Fish ( salmon , tuna )
Eggs
Dairy products like milk , cheese and yogurt
Legumes ( beans, lentils and peas )
Nut butter ( peanut butter, almond butter)
3. Healthy fats for brain development and growth
Healthy fats are crucial for hormones production, brain
Development and energy
Healthy fats source:
Avocados
Olive oil or coconut oil
Nuts and seeds
Fatty fish
Whole eggs ( with yolk )
4. Carbohydrates for energy:
Carbs provide energy for growth and physical activity
Brown rice, quinoa and oats
Whole wheat pasta
Sweet potatoes, potatoes
Whole grain bread
5. Fruits and vegetables for
vitamin and minerals:
A variety of fruits and vegetables ensure the child gets
Enough vitamin and minerals necessary for bone and
Tissue growth.
1.
Vitamin D and
calcium for bone growth
Calcium: dairy, fortified cereals, leafy greens like spinach
And kale , and fortified plant milk ( almond and soy )
Vitamin D : fatty , fortified dairy and egg yolks
2. Other essential vitamins and minerals:
Vitamin A ( for skin and immune) , vitamin C ( for
Immune) , Zinc ( growth and immune)
6 . Encourage adequate hydration:
Drinking enough water
7. Probiotics:
For good gut health
8. Enough sleep:
7-8 hours