As
the beginning of new semester nears, many parents may be concerned of adjusting
their children’s daily routines, overseeing homework assignments, and making a
study plan for the next semester. Amidst these concerns, the biggest worry
might be the potential height difference between their children and their
classmates.
Unlike
the structured school days, students often spend more energy playing during the
day, staying up later at night, and eating at irregular intervals during the
summer break. Consequently, there is a risk that nutritional needs may not keep
pace with physical growth, potentially leading to a slowdown in height
development.
The
dawn of a new semester is just around the corner, and it is paramount for
parents to help their children’s daily routine to adjust to the school
schedule. Encouraging early bedtimes and ensuring sufficient sleep not only
aids in adapting to school life but also stimulates the secretion of growth
hormones. Scientific studies have revealed that the secretion of growth hormone
during nighttime can be up to three times higher than during the day.
Furthermore, deep sleep is linked to increased growth hormone production, thus
adequate sleep is a must for growing children.
Nutritional
supplements play a crucial role in a child’s growth and development, with
calcium serving as a cornerstone. To bolster children’s diets, incorporate milk
and dairy products, soy products, fish, shrimp and shellfish, as well as green
leaf vegetables like lettuce, cauliflower, beet to your children’s diet. These
products provide essential nourishment and the necessary “energy” for vertical
growth.
In
cases where daily dietary alone may not meet a child’s growth requirements,
parents can contemplate calcium supplementation. However, remember when it
comes to calcium supplements, it is not about quantity but effectiveness –
ensuring calcium integrates into the bone. The key to successful calcium
supplementation lies in vitamin K2. This fat-soluble vitamin activates
osteocalcin, transport calcium from bloodstream into the bones and enhance bone
cell activity①, thus
supporting a child’s growth and development.
Therefore, when selecting calcium supplement for your child, it is highly recommended to choose one enriched with vitamin K2. Mamiai Calcium KD Chewable Tablets is a specially formulated calcium supplement for children aged 4 to 17. This tablet contains vitamin K2, vitamin D3 and calcium carbonate. Together, they work synergistically to facilitate the absorption of calcium into the bones, contributing to healthier and more robust growth.
Source:
Chen, Shuling, Zhao, Jinzhu, Hao Yan. Research on vitamin K and children’s bone health [J]. Chinese Journal of Children’s Health, 2021,29(07):742-745.