Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my friend's child is short and wants to supplement calcium. How should children supplement calcium? Does anyone know?Doctor's answer:
Calcium can be supplemented through the following methods. Physical activity and diet contribute to calcium intake. When the skin is exposed to sunlight, it synthesizes vitamin D for the body to utilize, so it is important to ensure children participate in outdoor activities for 0.5 to 1 hour daily. Even in winter, as long as there is no wind, going outdoors after 9 a.m. is beneficial. Here are some calcium-rich foods:Dairy and dairy products: Cow's milk, goat's milk, horse's milk, and their powdered forms, cheese, and ice cream.
Fish, shrimp, crabs, and seafood: Carrots, pork floss, and others.
Additionally, mothers should pay attention to reducing calcium loss during daily cooking. For example, food should be stored properly to maintain freshness; when heating milk, avoid stirring to prevent calcium loss; vegetables should be washed before cutting, not cut too finely, and more water should be added when stir-frying, with cooking time kept to a minimum.