Parents and Children: The Role of Nutrition

Parents and Children: The Role of Nutrition

They're lovely to look at, full of life, fun to watch, and a constant source of education. Who are they, exactly? Your kids' good health through proper eating is the second-greatest gift you can offer them after the gift of life. You'll learn as they get older that you can't shield them from every negative experience or person in the world. 

You may have heard stories about first-time parents who go into a state of panic and sterilize everything within a 10-mile radius of their infant, only to discover that their newborn is trying to eat dirt in the garden. Parental influence extends to their children's diets at home and the knowledge of nutrition they acquire there and take with them into the wider world.

Most people underestimate how early a parent can start to influence their child's eating habits. We are literally what we consume, so think carefully about who you want to have kids with before you do. Most of us are aware of the dangers of genetic diseases, but many people don't realize that the foods and pollutants carried by their parents can also harm their offspring.

It has been said that a child's soul is present three months before conception, so it is important for both parents to take special care of themselves during this time. Vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and exercise can all improve fertility and overall health, whereas substances like alcohol, smoke, pollution, and stress should be avoided. 

These habits, along with any others you enjoy (such as prayer, meditation, reading, or relaxation time), will become ingrained in your family's routine once the baby is born. Herbs can be used before, during, and after pregnancy to help the mother's hormones remain balanced and prevent postpartum depression or mania. For instance, raspberry leaf tea aids fertility in both parents and is beneficial to the expecting mother from the onset of morning sickness all the way up to the moment her waters finally burst. (Always ask a doctor if using any herbs or essential oils while pregnant is safe.)

All of the child's organs are developed in the first three months of pregnancy; therefore, the mother should make cautious dietary adjustments to aid this important stage and carry on thereafter. Keep in mind that your child's nine months of poor eating habits could result in their suffering for years to come. Avoid disease and withdrawal symptoms by making the transition away from harmful foods gradually. Salt and sugar create any health problems; cigarettes contain thousands of chemicals; and eating too much of either can have negative effects on your health and the health of your unborn child. You should really consider eliminating or drastically lowering your intake of these foods. Vegetarian or vegan diets are typically recommended; however, because people are unique, adjustments may need to be made if they have too many negative consequences.

The high concentration of vital fatty acids in breast milk, in addition to the antibodies, vitamins, minerals, and fresh water, has been linked to cognitive development. However, this is influenced by the mother's diet, so make sure you both eat healthily. Allergies to the proteins found in cow's milk and beef have been linked to a rise in cases of diabetes in children. Breastfeeding women are cautioned by pediatricians against consuming cow's milk and red meat. Also, soy milk should be consumed with caution due to its potential carcinogenic properties.

Child care providers, instructors, and school staff are not qualified to make medical choices for your child. You should never feel guilty for making dietary restrictions for your child out of concern for his or her well-being. Find out what the school's dinner menu looks like, and if you don't like it, bring a packed lunch or ask for other options to be added (there's nothing wrong with asking).

This information age should be seen as a legacy in this regard and a chance to link back to the health and living habits of our ancestors; a 12-year-old in ancient Tamare could have easily mastered degree-level information.

Is time a constraint? Older or more responsible students can prepare their own lunches at school if they are taught about proper nutrition and the advantages of healthy eating. If you're having trouble determining what to make, arm them with enough knowledge so they can make suggestions. Encourage them to create outlandish recipes (the specifics aren't necessary) and assist them in preparing them. This will make their meals more exciting for them and less work for you. 

If you can get kids to like nice-tasting meals early on, they are more likely to request certain items in the future. Let's teach our kids to turn their noses up at fast food and look forward to fresh fruit salad, because most of our own childhood memories involve nice foods as punishments and terrible foods as treats. Make your kids proud of the healthy habits you instill in them rather than letting the media influence their preferences. Good improvements can be seen after only four days of a healthy diet.

Cheap foods are usually terrible foods, and wellness comes at a significant price; thus, there are financial limits. Once your kids have developed preferences, you can save time and money by purchasing in bulk from health food wholesalers.

Learn to take care of your child's health. Keep an eye out for a dark, strong odor in their urine; this could be an indication that they need to drink extra water to flush their system and aid in concentration. Remove the food from their diet if you feel it is the cause of skin rashes. After a heavy meal, your child may become clingy or listless because his or her digestive system is overworked. Allow them to nibble on organic fruits and veggies; these will provide them with hydrating fresh water, cleansing fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. 

Avoid sugar at all costs because it serves no purpose other than to harm. Our kids are overweight because they eat too many refined carbs (white bread, wheat, sugar, pasta, etc.) that don't fill them up. They contribute to weight gain since they offer no health benefits and no dietary fiber. Children who eat a diet rich in whole foods (such as wholegrain rice, fresh fruit and vegetables, lentils, beans, nuts, seeds, seaweeds, etc.) grow up to be physically and mentally strong adults.

If you're concerned about your child's health, it's in your best interest to see a nutritionist, homeopath, herbalist, or allergy testing center before scheduling an appointment with a conventional doctor. The more you know, the more you can pass on to your kids. Like any good student, they will go on to become doctors, and together we can raise a generation free from the dietary-related effects of modern industrial disease.

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