Feed your Child’s Brain
We all wish our children to have an intelligence that rivals Albert Einstein’s. Even though genes play a significant role in determining a child’s intelligence, research shows us that nutrition also plays an important in developing intellectual capabilities during formative years.
There is a small window in which you can influence your little one’s social and intellectual development.
We need to understand the importance of early brain stimulation.
Providing the little ones with the right nutrients is essential for their mental health since it would be developing rapidly.
A child’s early years are critical and nutrition affects his/her brain development.
I would say that the brain is the most hungry organ, since it’s the first organ to absorb nutrients from the food we eat. Thus when I say feed your child’s brain, you really are technically feeding the brain first.
Garbage in garbage out:
This is a computer programming phrase which means you won’t get the output you intend if you don’t input the correct functions in the right way.
It’s the same with what kind of nutrients we supply to our families.
We must take this opportunity as parents to precisely provide our children with the right input, so their body and brain functions at the optimal level.
In order to create good habits that last for a child’s lifetime, we must input the right habits early in life.
Today I would be talking about food that would not only promote good health, but would also give your child the best possible nutrients for his brain to concentrate, remember and think clearly.
Feed your child’s brain these foods:
1. Spinach/Kale:
Kale is rich in fiber, antioxidants, calcium, vitamin K and is a gould source of vitamin C and iron. Spinach is a superfood, loaded with tons of nutrients like protein, iron, vitamins, and minerals. These foods act as a Memory booster and Improves learning.
2. DHA:
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) is a type of omega-3 fatty acid and an important nutrient for the brain. It is found in a handful of foods such as seeds, fish, fish oil and fortified foods. As per research, intake of DHA is directly correlated with the development of motor, communication and visual skills among children.
The level of DHA received by consuming regular food is low compared to how much is sufficient for growth and development. Hence it becomes essential to include fortified foods that bridge the gap.
As it plays such a crucial role, I have recently started giving my girls Enfagrow A+, a nutritional supplement that comes in a flavor they love. I just have to add a spoonful of the powder to a glass of milk. It also easily dissolves in cold water too due to it’s fine texture.
Apart from DHA, Enfagrow A+ contains the following:
Zinc and Iron
Choline
Protein
Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12
Iodine
Thiamine
Folic Acid
As children are often picky eaters, Enfagrow A+ makes sure my daughters get the nutrition they need.
3. Whole Grains / Oatmeal:
· Vitamin B – keeps the nervous system healthy
· Helps in Functioning efficiently at full capacity
· Helps in focusing and fuelling the mind
· Fibre and Glucose present in it regulates the release of Glucose
· Contains Vitamin E, Zinc and potassium
4. Beans/ Lean meats:
· It’s a great brain food
· Improves concentration
· Provides complex carbs, protein, fibre and iron which provides high energy and improves the thinking capability for a sustained amount of time
5. Colourful Berries – Blackberries, Blueberries, Strawberries, Cherries, Black Currants and Raspberries:
· Provides high level of Vitamin C (antioxidants that protect cells)
· Improves memory
Along with these foods, don’t forget to make your child drink plenty of water everyday so all the wonderful nutrients are absorbed well into the body.
It’s crucial to stimulate your child’s senses and encourage brain development throughout the early years.
P.S. This isn’t an exhaustible list, however it could get you started with some food choices for optimal brain development.
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Great to supplement vitamins when a toddler is being fussy about eating. Very nice post about kids health and nutrition.. I am always searching of this type of topics..
Thanks Akash
The right nutrition makes a lot of difference for the growing child. DHa is quite important as naturally it is present in very few foods and helps in child’s brain development.
Yes absolutely Jhilmil. Enfagrow takes care of the DHA intake. Please do try it for your child
DHA is very necessary for kid’s mental growth . Along with that as you said ,meat,spinach, oat meal is also important to feed. Very helpful this post for moms.
Thanks Snigdha.
Dear, I had seen your videos and Insta post so many times in the past but this is the first time when I visited your blog. and like your videos, it is super amazing. I love the tag line and your descriptions..define exactly what you want to convey with it. now about the post, it is very well written and i agree right nutrition is must for proper growth and develpoment of kids. enfagrow is looking like a great brand, will check more about this.
Surbhi thanks a lot. Your words and appreciation means a lot and it definitely made my day. I’m glad you found this post helpful. I will highly recommend Enfagrow infact. Do share with me how you like it.
DHA being nutritious, I am going to introduce in my kid’s diet. Never knew so many benefits about DHA. Enfagrow looks like a promising product.
Thanks Neha for agreeing. Enfagrow indeed does ensure that the children get the required DHA. You must try it for your child too.
These are some great food groups that will help in a child’s overall growth. Till what age do you think Enfagrow can be included in a child’s diet?
True that Neha. Enfagrow can be given to kids between 2 – 10 years.
Loved the post. I agree intake of DHA is must for kids right development. Enfagrow indeed seems to fullfil the requirement. Gonna try soon.
Thanks Yogita. Yes Enfagrow ensures that the child get the missed out nutrition.
Thanks for this post, this is an informative post for my kids , will try to add this on my kid’s diet for sure
Thanks Priyanka for stopping by. Don’t forget you share how your child likes Enfagrow.
This post clears doubt about that regular food
Is not sufficient to meet Nutritional requirement. And no doubt fortified food is much needed to bridge this gap
Rightly said Bushra. Fortified food bridges the gap. Specially when your children are picky eaters
This is really helpful post. Am sure all moms would now follow this. ENFAGROW A+ have so many health benefits, thanks for sharing .
Thanks Shaandaarjenie for stopping by. You are right ght Enfagrow ensures that the children get the required nutrition.
Yes, early years in life of the child are very important for the intellectual growth. And the food items you have mentioned are really important for that growth.
Thanks . I’m glad you can relate to this post Paresh.
This is such a useful post and yes healthy eating is so important for proper functioning of body and mind. As a mother I make sure my son gets all the required nutrients in his day to day diet.
Thanks Akanksha. Good to know that you ensure your child gets a balanced nutrition. You must try Enfagrow for your child. I have observed great change with my girls.
DHA is something very important for growing kids . Enfagrow is a very good brand. I have used it for my daughter and love it.
Wow Good to know that you have used it for your child too
A child’s brain develops at a very fast rate and for that they need to have a diet which is rich in essential nutrients. DHA is also known as a brain booster as is it the main nutrient which helps in brain development. Thanks for sharing this post!
Yes true that. DHA is extremely important for a child’s Brain development.
Very good compilation of brain food. I totally agree with the garbage in-out concept. You need to feed the right stuff if you want the right results.
Happy to hear that