Many factors influence the formation of the protective function of the body - the immune system. Its formation occurs before the age of 14, so in young children it is still weakened.
We add here the aggressive environmental effects, poor nutrition, taking medications - and we get a vicious circle.
The child is often sick and takes antibiotics. Tired of constant diseases, parents begin to carefully protect their child from the disease: they try to create greenhouse conditions. Such zeal turns into new colds. What to do?
How to raise the immunity of a child? After all, the body must include the protective functions given to it by nature.
There is a very important aspect to this issue. The main thing is to understand that there is no magic remedy, the work on the formation of the immune system is long and painstaking. You can start during pregnancy, as these months have a special effect on the formation of the body. Simple rules that will help make a child more resistant to infections should be vaccinated from childhood. Then it will become his lifestyle.
How to raise the immunity of a child
To begin with, we note that breastfeeding is very important for the state of the immune system. Therefore, before abandoning it (without good reason), think twice.
What will help strengthen the body's
protective mechanism? Balanced diet: food should supply all the necessary substances to the growing body. Particular attention should be paid to foods that are rich in vitamins "A", "C" and "B". Zinc and iron should also be supplied in sufficient quantities. If you know how to raise the immunity of a child from the first days of life, you can not only save yourself from unnecessary worries during the next illness, but also give him good health. Please note that you need to replenish the body’s reserves with useful substances from natural sources: dairy products, vegetables, fruits, honey, nuts, meat and fish. Do not hope that the complexes of pharmaceutical production will replace the child with the necessary vitamins, macro- and micronutrients.
How can you raise the immunity of a child, except for food? Fresh air and physical activity (according to age). It is often necessary to walk on the street, while wearing your favorite child you need in the weather. Do not overwrap the child. Especially if you have planned outdoor games on the street . A ventilated room contains more oxygen and fewer microorganisms. Therefore, the cold season does not cancel it. It is especially necessary to refresh the air in the room before going to bed. Compliance with the sleep regimen favorably affects not only the state of health, but also the emotional state.
The answer to the question of parents how to raise the child’s immunity is very simple. Teach him a healthy lifestyle since childhood. Lessons should be based on your example. Doctors have long noted that parents who lead a healthy lifestyle, most often children do not get sick.
During epidemics, drugs for immunity can be sent to help the body. For children produce special forms of immunostimulants and immunomodulators. But without the appointment of a specialist, it is not recommended to resort to such methods.