School-age children (7-12 years old) has been widely taught to start fast, so that the intake of food and drink daily to be limited. Though the child at that age still need a lot of nutrients that the growth and development continues to run well. How to outsmart the doctors?
"The important note is the food intake must still meet the rules of balanced nutrition. When the child nutrition is maintained, it will be protected from impact or growth disorders," said Dr. Dr. Rini Sekartini, Sp.A, child specialist RSCM, when we call and written on Friday (19/07/2013).
In addition, continued by Dr. Rini, sleep and play needs must also be considered and met. If necessary, give more or less daily multivitamin supplement once the children to help meet nutritional requirements.
Following the advice of Dr. Rini to optimize the development of the child despite fasting:
1. Note the child eating when breaking
"Keep in mind that a portion of the time of breaking a substitute for breakfast. Should begin by providing the type of food that can be ingested directly, usually in the form of food or drink berglukosa are easily absorbed," explains Dr. Rini.
Examples of foods and beverages include tea sweet, sweet cake or dates. After being given the appetizers, dinner give children with complete nutrition with sources of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals. Do not forget to always inadequate water needs, especially when children are awake.
2. Add fruits and vegetables at dawn
"Give portions in proportion to dinner, do not forget to try to add fruits and vegetables," said Dr. Rini.
According to Dr. Rini, when the nutrients in the food and beverage menu is maintained child then the child will be protected from growth disorders. Provision of fruits and vegetables when the meal will provide additional nutrition to children.
3. Avoid fatigue in children
Fatigue in children can cause the child to become dehydrated, so it helps parents restrict children's activities, especially in the daytime. Arrange activities so that more children are used just before breaking the fast. If the kids come home from school at noon, give children the opportunity to take a nap. If the child is too much activity, it is feared the child would be exhausted.
