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Many factors play a role in the growth of children - genetics, diseases and a lack of vitamins in the diet, which allow the body to fully develop. The increase in body length is uneven, this process depends on the formation of new cells, thanks to which the bones become longer. Vitamins for the growth of a child in height are used for the treatment and prevention of diseases. It is important to choose the right remedy and follow the rules of admission so that its use is effective and brings a positive result.
Why children are stunted
Stunting in height affects about 6-7% of the child population. A significant gap can lead to mental disorders. There are patterns compiled by endocrinologists and pediatricians. There is a certain table of norms and 3 stages of intensive growth of a person in height - 1 year of life, 4-5 years, puberty.
Under the age of 13, girls are ahead of boys, this is the norm. After 13 years, puberty begins, and young people also become tall.
The reasons for short stature vary greatly among children. Some of them:
- Genetics... If the parents of the child are short, then he will grow up short.
- Genetic diseases... Turner syndrome is more common among girls. A baby is born with a missing or damaged X chromosome. Girls with Turner syndrome cannot have heirs because the ovaries do not develop properly. Other genetic conditions that lead to stunting in height are Noonan and Prader-Willi syndrome.
- Chronic diseases... Growth hormone is produced by the pituitary gland, located in the middle of the brain. Thus, chronic medical problems that affect this gland can affect height growth. For example, radiation to the brain can affect the function of the pituitary gland, so cancer or cancer treatment can delay it. Gastrointestinal diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease can affect height growth. Ailments such as hypothyroidism, heart disease, kidney disease, immunological diseases and some endocrine disorders can delay the pace.
- Growth hormone deficiency... Some do not produce enough GH, including those born with a poorly developed pituitary gland. The reason lies in hereditary or sporadic mutations, diseases of organs and systems (cleft palate, panhypopituitarism, tuberculosis, toxoplasmosis).
- Malnutrition... Lack of proper nutrition is a common cause of stunted growth. Prolonged amino acid starvation is noticeable as a child grows up. Growth in height stops and body weight decreases. When a sufficient amount of amino acids enters the body, everything is restored.
- Vitamins are needed for the active growth of a child... With a lack of calciferol, nervous excitability increases and there is a tendency to seizures. Lack of vitamin D leads to impaired growth in height and bone integrity.With a lack of vitamin A, bone does not form at a normal rate. Its lack leads to a deterioration in the production of growth hormones.
What vitamins affect the growth of a child
The child's body needs nutrients around the clock. Vitamin supplementation is necessary for energy, proper functioning of all systems and organs. More than one vitamin is responsible for the growth of a child. The main organic substances are A, D3. E, C, K, B - auxiliary vitamins that promote the growth of the child.
A is a fat-soluble substance. Accumulates in liver and fatty tissues. If slow growth in childhood is associated with a lack of vitamin A, then the recommended dosage of retinol:
- 1-3 years - 300 mcg;
- 3-7 years old - 450mkg;
- 7 and older - 600 mcg.
Parents choose the prevention of vitamin D hypovitaminosis in children and adolescents, rather than treatment. Therefore, preference is given to foods rich in calciferol. The effect of vitamin D on the height of a child in height has been repeatedly proven by scientists. It promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, enriches bone tissue with minerals. With a lack of vitamin, symptoms of rickets appear, bones are deformed, problems begin in the work of the central nervous system.
What foods contain vitamins for growth
From food, the child receives all the necessary substances for the full functioning of the body. Nutrition affects the elongation of babies. Useful components from the products help to intensively build bone and cartilage tissue.
If you want to increase the length of the body in height, it is recommended to diversify the diet as much as possible. Vitamins for children for bone growth are found in meat, fish, dairy products, vegetables and fruits, nuts and legumes. It is the food that contains 2-amino-5-guanidine pentanoic acid - an amino acid necessary for the release of growth hormone.
Where organic matter is contained is indicated in the table:
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Vitamins |
List of products |
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A |
Melon, fish oil, pumpkin, red mountain ash, basil, parsley, cheese, broccoli, carrots, butter |
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D |
Cottage cheese, cod liver, milk, herring, eggs, beef liver, eel |
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C |
Strawberry, broccoli, papaya, mango, kiwi, pineapple |
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K |
Prunes, olive oil, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, cucumbers |
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B |
Green leafy vegetables, cereals, meats, nuts, beef liver |
The best vitamin complexes for child growth
Before buying vitamins for children to grow in height and gain weight, they should be tested for trace elements and organic matter. Whole blood, its serum, a sample of hair, nails or urine are used as biomaterials.
The choice of vitamin is influenced by the child's age and the quantitative content of the substance in the body.
From birth to 1 year
Up to 12 months, they give drugs in the form of a powder or drops, since it is difficult for a baby to swallow tablets. Vitamins for improving the growth of a child are pleasant to the taste, not bitter. Some can be added to juices and water.
The best vitamins for growing tall babies:
- Multi-Tabs Baby... It is used to prevent rickets and with a lack of vitamins A, D, C.
Up to a year, it is recommended to drink in seasonal courses, 0.5-1 ml per day. - Up Spring, D3 Drops, Baby... One bottle lasts 90 days. Contains no artificial colors, flavors or sugar. Vitamin drops contain only natural ingredients, taste and odorless.
- Aquadetrim... Vitamins are easily absorbed. Aquadetrim is produced on a water basis. 1 drop contains 500 IU of the active ingredient.
- Davisol... Vitamin drops are suitable for babies, adolescents and adults. Devisol has a neutral taste and is taken with food or drink.
- Laboratoires INELDEA - PEDIAKID D3 essentials is suitable for babies from 1 month of age. Produced by a French company, added to yoghurts, milk or water.
From 1 year to 3 years
During the period of active growth, it is necessary to supplement the diet with useful nutrients. At this age, the child is more susceptible to various diseases, spends energy faster. Vitamins can meet the needs of a growing body.
Best remedies:
- Kinder Biovital gel... The vitamin complex contains the daily intake of substances necessary for development. Does not cause allergic reactions, is well absorbed.
- Pikovit-Omega syrup recommended for use during periods of intensive growth. The dietary supplement is saturated with fatty acids and vitamins, ensures the development and functioning of the brain, and also increases the body's defenses.
- Vitrum Baby contains 12 vitamins and 10 minerals. Sold in animal form. The taste is pleasant, does not cause side reactions.
From 3 to 7 years old
Separate vitamins are produced for each age. They contain a certain amount of organic substances that meet the standards for children of this age category.
Growth vitamins for children from 3 years old:
- Pikovit (chewable tablets) do not contain colorants, sweeteners or flavors. Children's vitamins for the growth of the child and strengthening the immune system are advised by Dr. Komarovsky. Pikovit can be given to people of different ages.
- Multi-Tabs does not apply to medicinal products, it is a dietary supplement containing 13 vitamins and 6 minerals. Take Multi-Tabs with gray hair or after meals.
- Vetoron - chewable tablets. Prescribed for unbalanced and malnutrition. They are used in the complex therapy of certain diseases.
7 years and older
The daily requirement of vitamins for the growth of 13-year-old children is:
- in girls: A - 3000 IU, B6 - 1.6 mg, D - 400 IU, C - 60 mg;
- in boys: A - 3000 IU, B6 - 2 mg, D - 400 IU, C - 60 mg.
The best vitamins for children 7 years and older:
- Pikovit Forte - means for the normal course of metabolic processes. From 7 years old, take 1 tablet per day for the purpose of treatment. Duration of use - as recommended by a doctor.
Take with caution, leads to manifestations of hypervitaminosis - Vitrum Teen prescribed to adolescents during the period of intensive growth and puberty. Causes skin rashes and hives if the application is not followed.
- Smart Omega... Produced in capsules. Do not exceed the recommended dose of the vitamin, it can cause a laxative effect.
For better assimilation of organic substances and minerals, it is recommended to use it in the morning. Drink complexes in the winter-spring period for optimal results.
Contraindications for use
Giving vitamins for growth in height is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to the components of the drug and hypercalcemin (increased concentration of calcium in the blood plasma).
Vitamins are not a substitute for good nutrition for a child. You can not completely exclude useful foods when taking these drugs.
Each drug may have separate contraindications. It is important to familiarize yourself with them before use. For example, Pikovit forte is not used for gout, erythremia, hypercalciuria, hypervitaminosis and thrombophlebitis.
Conclusion
Vitamins for the growth of a child in height must be taken if there are certain indications. There are a number of reasons leading to its slowdown in height. Sometimes the delay is due to a deficiency in thyroid or reproductive hormone. These problems are treated. The main thing is to understand the reason in time and give vitamins that contribute to the growth of the child.
