Digestion is amongst the most common concerns in kids today. This is primarily due to the food choices and not taking fiber rich food. Most of the meals nowadays comprises easy-to-consumeoptions. Mostly include plain roti, yellow dal, potato, bread, white rice, pasta, cake, soup, noodles, cookies. While these food choices don’t lack nutrition entirely (if made at home). But they do miss out on an essential macro-nutrient- Fiber.
Fiber is the non-digestible carbohydrate. It is responsible in keeping our digestion healthy and regular. Lack of fiber rich food in diet may cause constipation, which is a nutrient deficient disease. The usual cycle of digestion is between 1 to 1.5 days. However, with the current food choices, this time has become 4 days. So even though your child may be regular, he might still be 4 days late (constipated).
Fiber travels to the large intestine without being digested. it also helps to flush out toxins like excess cholesterol, lead, mercury etc. that get released from food. In the absence of this, these waste products get reabsorbed by the body. fiber is also the food for the good bacteria living in the large intestine (gut). (What are some foods for health gut?)
In older times, humans had the capacity to consume 100g fiber since plants were more accessible than hunting animals for survival. This has reduced to 1/10th now. Just with the addition of Banana Stem, a child can meet the daily fiber requirement considerably. it is a fiber rich food with around 60% fiber, which is a god-sent solution to improper digestion. (Some more fiber rich foods)
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it is extremely high in Vitamin B6, which keeps haemoglobin high, gives ample energy and helps kids fight weakness, fatigue and crankiness. Lower haemoglobin results in lower cognition in kids and this can carry on till later in life.
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During the early years, the bones of kids develop and grow while also being depleted at the same time. If the consumption of calcium, Vitamin D and other required minerals are sufficient, the health of bones will be positive. If the consumption of required vitamins and minerals are less, the depletion of bones will soon take over resulting is much weaker bones and easy fractures. In this article, you will know how refined sugar and bones are related?
Sugar can be consumed in many forms like Bread which is extremely high in added sugar and one of the most staple food in every household for kids. When we buy bread, we must look at the ratio of fibre to carbs given at the back label of the bread. For a more fibrous and less refined bread, this ratio must be 1:10 at least. If it is 1:5 that’s even better for health. There is an easy recipe of fibrous bread given below.
Other common sources of sugar are white sugar, brown sugar, cane sugar, cookies, candy, donut, cake, canned drinks, packed juices, bottled shakes and smoothies, granola bars, sauces, jams and many others. Such intake on a regular basis can deplete four of the best bone-friendly nutrients from your child’s body.
Calcium + Phosphorous
Calcium combines with phosphorous to make calcium phosphate which is most important component for our bones. When sugar is consumed, there is acid that’s released in the body. In order to balance this acid, calcium is extracted from the bones resulting in Calcium deficient weaker bones.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D assists in absorption of Calcium by the bones. Consumption of sugar increases an enzyme that degrades vitamin D and thereby also results in reduced absorption of calcium by the bones. Double whammy!
Vitamin C
Vitamin C helps to make collagen and also delays the decaying process of bones. Sugar intake restricts the absorption of this vitamin into our body cells resulting in weaker bones.
Magnesium
Magnesium works on keeping the bones strong. Sugar strips the body of magnesium too by releasing it out through urine.
99% of the Calcium is stored in Bones and Teeth. If calcium is needed elsewhere, it is taken from the Bones. Hence it becomes imperative to keep 100% stock of calcium and consume everyday. The more bones will lend calcium, the more weak they will become. It is said that Osteoporosis is a disease that manifests in old age.
Studies indicate that roughly 50% kids don’t meet the daily Magnesium requirement. Magnesium is one of the top four abundant minerals in the body. So, any deficiency of this mineral will easily reflect in daily life. Magnesium is key in formation of bones. We only build bones until mid-20s and hence it becomes crucial to build strong bones and teeth to last us a lifetime.
Every single cell in the body requires Vitamin D. Body can also produce this through cholesterol exposure to sunlight. However, deficiency of Vitamin D is common in kids and results in weaker bones and muscles, fatigue and body pain among others. Vitamin D has to be consumed with fat (oil). For e.g. Cheese has vitamin D and fat both so its a great food to meet this nutrition.
Recipe: Millet Bread with hidden herbs and nuts
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Cashew Sweet Recipes with dates and hidden herbs, nuts
Kids love to eat sweets. Check this sweet recipes of cashew with nuts that helps to add nutrition to their favourite foods in a convenient way. Kid’s Nutrition is very important nowadays and preparing healthy food recipes for a child is not an easy task. Iyurved is happy to share lots of children’s food recipe ideas which are not only innovative but also very tasty. The recipes shared here are Kids approved!
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Soak dates in hot water for 5 minutes and puree them. Now cook dates puree and add remaining water along with jaggery in a NON STICK pan. Once the syrup becomes thick and starts becoming a darker colour (in 5-7 minutes), add the powder of cashew nut to the pan. Add milk and ghee. Now keep stirring till the mixture starts to come together and becomes like a dough (5-7 minutes). Turn off the stove. Add cardamom powder to the mixture and mix.
Take butter paper and apply some ghee to it and spread the mixture on it. Let it cool outside or refrigerate once cool. Cut in any shape.
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Millet Bread easy recipe with hidden herbs and nuts
Kids love to eat bread. Preparing millet bread with easy recipe can help to add nutrition to their favorite foods in a convenient way. This bread is good for health. Kid’s Nutrition is very important nowadays and preparing healthy food recipes for a child is not an easy task. Iyurved is happy to share lots of children’s food recipe ideas which are not only innovative but also very tasty. The recipes shared here are Kids approved!
Let’s try to make every healthy food recipe for a child more tasty and nutritious with (hidden) veggies, herbs and nuts. Check this healthy millet bread recipe for babies, toddlers and kids. It is a healthy pizza recipe.
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and add Iyurved Daily Nutrition Savoury Spread (order here).
Make sticky dough
Cover the dough in the bowl with dry towel and a lid and leave to rise double or 2 hours in a dark place
Preheat at 200 celsius for 5 minutes.
Transfer dough to a surface. Use lots of any dry flour and roll to shape dough into a log and tuck in the sides to make it fit the bread loaf pan (grease the pan if necessary).
OR can also bake dough in a pie round shape (see left pic)
Add sesame seeds on top of the bread for added nutrition (optional)
Slit dough top with sharp knife
Bake at 200 celsius for 60-70 minutes at lower/middle rack
Once done, leave to cool completely on a rag outside.
This bread is good for health!
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The correct cookware helps to not only add nutrients to the food, but also preserve the nutrients. For example, clay-pots or cast iron cookware have been used for thousands of years for cooking. A study reveals that compared to modern utensils (pressure cooker), clay-pots retained 100% nutrients when cooking Dal vs. under 15% when cooked in a pressure cooker (Shocking!)
The longer food is cooked or stored in Aluminium, the greater it gets into food. Leafy vegetables, tomatoes and citrus products absorb the most aluminium (more than what we need!). Aluminium is most often considered unsafe for cooking on account of the metal reacting with food and getting absorbed in large amounts. The presence of aluminium deposits in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients has made people wary of using them
Traditional cookware
Traditional cookware- copper, iron, brass etc add the required mineral to the body and also aid in healing the body.
Cooking in copper and brass is not advisable when it comes to salty and acidic food since they react with the metal but eating in these is useful .
Cast iron cookware is great since it releases the required mineral which is critical for our body functioning (for high energy!). Many people suffer from iron deficiency, and cooking with cast iron pans can help increase your iron content by as much as 20 times!
Food cooked for longer duration and with higher moisture content absorbed most iron (almost 5 times more iron after cooking compared to raw) (know some foods for iron deficiency)
Cast iron vessels are naturally non-stick and are easy to cook. On the other hand, modern non-stick cookware releases per-fluorinated compounds into the food during cooking, especially if the food is scrapped from the bottom causing several health issues.
Cast-iron skillets are very versatile. They can be used for sautéing, pan-frying, searing, baking, braising, broiling, roasting, and even more cooking techniques. The more seasoned your cast-iron skillet is, the better flavour it’s going to give to whatever you are cooking
Cast-iron vessels need lesser oil for cooking and also keep the food warm for longer time.
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IF YOU USE HERBAL HENNA FOR COLORING YOUR HAIR, SOAK IT OVER-NIGHT IN AN IRON BOWL
Adding henna paste in an iron bowl get more darker colour. It forms a blackish pigment with iron and helps in covering the grey more effectively
Recipe of Spinach Tofu dish- Great for Eyes
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Boil is a painful, pus filled lump under the skin caused by an infection in an oil gland or hair follicle. As kids have sensitive skin and their immune systems are still developing, this makes them more prone to infection. It is our responsibility to keep the kid’s surrounding hygienic, infection free and kid’s skin cool to save them from boils. What are the causes of boils? The infection that causes boils commonly occurs because of bacteria called staphylococcus (STAPH) that can invade our skin. When we get a cut or bite, the bacteria makes its way into the body through small cracks on the skin or from hair folic. Some home remedies for boil are really effective to treat it at initial stage.
Usually boils are not a serious problem. But, if infection spreads your child may feel sick or get fever. This is the time you should take your child to the doctor. Boil start as red lumps and gradually the lump becomes tender and filled with pus and then turns white. The formation of pus can make the boil quite painful. It can appear anywhere on the body but they are most common on the face, neck, armpit, thighs, shoulders and buttocks, around the ear and nose and sweaty areas. Kids also tend to get some on the knee. Boils can be observed in any healthy kid, but children with low immunity, existing skin infection and those who suffer from frequent insect bites are at a higher risk.
Nutritious diet is the solution to every health problem. Zinc is an important mineral for boosting immunity and is essential in the treatment of boils. Introducing Iron rich food in your kid’s diet can also help them in fighting against boils. Food rich in Iron are: beans, spinach, dry fruits, pumpkin seeds, quinoa, broccoli and fish etc. (Iron rich food recipe). Below is the list of Home remedy for boils.
HOME REMEDIES FOR BOIL
Warm compress
This is the most effective home remedy for boil. Keeping warm, wet cloth on the boil for 20 minutes, 3-4 times a day can help to get relief as the heat and moisture can help the boil to open and drain. Water can be mixed with baking soda too for quick results for heat boils in babies.
Turmeric
It has proven medicinal properties that make it a best home remedy. The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties in it help to reduce the inflammation of the boil. You can choose to ingest turmeric powder. Add turmeric powder in milk or water and boil it and then let it cool. Taking this milk or water thrice a day can help to get rid of heat boils in babies. You can also apply turmeric paste over boil to heal it quickly. It is considered as one of the best home remedies for boil.
Garlic with its antiviral and antibacterial properties helps boost your immunity. As a home remedy You can extract juice from fresh garlic cloves and apply on the head of the boil for 10- 30 minutes twice a day. It will help to soften the point from where it can be drained off.
Apple cider vinegar can be used for many health issues as home remedy. It cleanses the boils and disinfects it. It has anti- inflammatory properties which help in reducing the redness and pain of the boils. You can apply a few drops of apple cider vinegar directly on boils and repeat this several times in a day for fast relief.
Onions have active compounds and anti inflammatory properties that can ease the pain of a boil. Its antifungal and antiseptic properties help and prevent them from developing again. Cut a slice of onion, place it over boil and cover with clean cloth. Do this couple of times a day. When you place onion on boils, it helps to generate heat and draw pus out.
commonly found in Asian/ Indian kitchens, it has many health and beauty benefits. Cumin seeds contain thymoquinone, which reduces inflammation and also helps in reducing pain and stiffness of the boils. It is a primary source of antioxidant, which can kill harmful strains of bacteria. Take some cumin seed and crush them, then add a few drops of water to make a thick paste. Apply this on the affected area, wash it off after dried out.
Neem is used as a home remedy to treat many ailments. It has antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties that can help to treat skin infections including boils.. It can be used to soothe the skin too. Grind a few leaves of neem with water to make a paste, now apply this on the boils and cover it with a clean cloth, this will help you to get rid of the heat boils in babies too.
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Has it ever happened with your child, that he/she seems perfectly fine in the morning, and all of a sudden start complaining of leg pain at night? It must be a sign of growing leg pain at night in your child. Growing pains are cramping, muscle pains that can occur in preschoolers or in preteens. It is usually caused by overuse of muscles. This can be because of childhood activities, such as running around or playing games, or dancing in birthday parties for too long. Adults may also experience this pain due to some muscle soreness followed by workouts. In some kids these pains get accompanied by stomach pain and headaches. It might be related to stress and anxiety.
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What is growing painor leg pain at night?
Growing leg pain at night is an ache or throb in the legs usually in the front of the thighs, the calves or behind the knees. It affects both the legs and occurs at night, and may disturb the child’s sleep. Data suggests that almost two out of five children get growing knee and joint pains in young age just around the time of their growth spurts. A specific cause for growing pains is unknown. Kids are growing rapidly and their muscles, tendons and ligaments are also growing. One theory suggests that the body parts might not be growing at the same rate as the body, thereby causing a protest and leading to pain or ache.
Other common reasons for knee joint pain in young age can be running, jumping and playing throughout the day, or psychological issues, or vitamin D deficiency, or restless leg syndrome or arthritis.
You can comfort your child from knee joint pain in young age by using simple procedures such as massaging gently, applying heating pads, making him/her do some stretching exercises, giving warm bath before bed time and pain- relief medicines if it becomes necessary.
Diet rich in vitamin D, Vitamin B12, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus and protein will in general take care of bone and muscle health and help in preventing leg pain at night, knee joint pain in young age or even from arthritis pain in young age.
Keep a close watch on your kid and if you see any other symptoms mentioned below, then it might be a cause for concern.
Pain continues for a longer period of time
Ache in the joints
Fever
Unusual rashes
Limp
Less active than usual
Arthritis pain at young age
Arthritis is mostly associated with older people but kids also might be suffering from it. Kid’s arthritis is called juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). Arthritis is commonly confused with growing pains in kids and that is why it is important to understand the difference between the two conditions.
Arthritis is a disease that causes swelling, stiffness and pain in a person’s joints thereby affecting the proper working of joints and causing pain in the joints like knees, hips, ankle, shoulders, elbows and knuckles etc.
Cause for arthritis pain in young age is not known but it is mostly associated with genes which are passed on from parents to their children having a family history of arthritis.
Getting enough protein is important for holding on to muscle mass and function. Chickpea, lentils, peanut butter, pumpkin seeds, Quinoa, nuts and seeds have high amounts of protein which helps in building the muscles of the body. Thus, it is a key nutrient to prevent knee and joint pain in young age.
Calcium is the mineral everyone needs throughout his/her life to maintain bone health. Bone formation and repair are at its peak during early years. This is the time kids need calcium the most. Other antioxidants like vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K , which protect cells from free radical damage and are high in bone preserving calcium. It is the most essential nutrient to restrict arthritis pain at young age.
VitaminD:
Vitamin D is one of the most important nutrients for kids. It helps to absorb calcium and phosphorus from the foods. Including vitamin D in diet helps to solve problem associated with bone and muscles. Vitamin D can also helps to reduce the intensity of growing leg pains among kids.
Vitamin B12:
Our body doesn’t make vitamin B12 and doesn’t store it for a long time too. So, its necessary to get it from foods sources. Vitamin B12 helps body to produce red blood cells which supplies oxygen to the muscles and helps in muscle growth. Vitamin B12 not only cure leg pain but also promotes overall growth (height)
Fattyacids:
Studies suggest that intake of omega 3 fatty acids results in reduction of knee joint pain in young age and functional improvement in patients with growing pain. Fatty fish, flax seeds, chia seeds, walnuts are some sources which can help to get the required amount of omega-3 a body needs. It can soothe muscle soreness, stiff muscles, and can improve range of motion.
Garlic is rich in both sulfur and selenium, which can help to relieve joint and muscle pain. It contains an anti inflammatory compound called diallyl disulfide, which helps to fight inflammation and even prevent cartilage damage caused from arthritis.
Results showed that raw ginger reduces muscle pain by 25%. It has muscle relaxant properties that can help relieve cramps and have a relaxing effect in muscle pain. Less than.1 teaspoon of ginger consumption a day can help with this ailment.
Olive oil seems particularly beneficial when consumed since it relieves swelling. When combined with fish oil (source of omega 3 fatty acid), the result can be even better. In one study, this combination significantly improved knee joint pain in young age, muscle pain, swelling and morning stiffness in people with arthritis issues.
Moringa contains essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium and vitamin K which help to maintain healthy bones and heal bone problems. It also has natural anti-inflammatory properties which help to reduce swelling and arthritis pain at young age in the muscles.
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Your feet work for you every day. Have you ever thought of how you can take care of your feet? Your feet do a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to mobility. Almost all of your daily activities that you perform like walking, running, jumping, climbing and even standing for long hours, puts pressure on your feet. Each foot has 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments which work together to support balance and mobility. This makes it one of the most complex parts of the body. Overuse of feet and not taking proper care can cause muscle strain and stress fractures. Nowadays, children are involved in lots of physical activities and sports which increase the need for a proper diet to support bone and muscle health and also some curative methods to relax their feet as and when possible. A light massage with oil benefits to relax day long stress and that bothering sensation in foot.
Have you ever thought of giving your feet a soothing massage?
Light massage with oil benefits in a restorative (healing) process that promotes other health benefits too. This form has a powerful impact on mind, body and spirit. Health benefits of foot massage includes a deep sense of calmness and relaxation in both kids and adults. Ayurveda has some therapies which really work miraculously over foot issues like pain, cracks, corn.
Ayurveda means “The knowledge of life” and it is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems developed in India three thousand years ago. It is based on the belief that health depends on a balance between the mind, body and spirit. Ayurveda suggests abhyanga (full body massage) to be practiced on a daily basis to calm nerves, ease soreness in the muscles, improve bone health and nourish the skin. However, in today’s scenario, with our extremely busy schedules, regular full body massage can be too time consuming.
So the next best thing that you can do is massage your scalp and soles of the feet with massage oil as foot massage good for you. According to Ayurveda “the feet contain reflex points to all the organs and other parts of the body”. Tips of toes are directly connected to the head and the brain. So, foot and scalp massage helps relieve stress and reduce tension and at the same time boosts blood circulation, which helps with healing and keeps your muscles and tissues healthy. Hence gentle massage with oil benefits in numerous ways to relax the body.
Health benefits of foot massage
Research suggests numerous advantages of massage therapy which includes reducing muscle tension, improving blood circulation, reducing stress, relaxing the body, increasing joint mobility and flexibility and enhancing the skin tone. Thus a soothing massage with oil benefits your body and this practice should be followed on regular basis.
Foot massage good for you, particularly aids in soothing any swelling around the foot, uplifting the mood and promoting better sleep patterns. Foot massage helps kids to unwind after a hectic day and allows them to sleep comfortably thereby relieving them of any foot pain that they complain.
Herbs for foot soak:
Epsom salt (Sendha namak)
Traditionally, if we look back centuries ago, Epsom salt has been used to heal, relax and calm the body nerves. It’s actually a mineral called magnesium sulphate which enables absorption of decent quality through skin while soaking feet in this and results in relaxing nerves and muscles. So the health benefits of foot massage with Epsom salt are many. (How does this salt help with stress and anxiety?)
Mint
Mint plant has menthol which produces a chilled sensation by activating cold sensors in the skin. This cooling sensation promotes calming effects on the body and soothes tension of sore muscles which helps in getting relief from foot and muscle pain. (What foods help with muscles?)
Eucalyptus
This herb helps to soothe, deep clean and relaxes your hard working feet .It has a natural blend of minerals, aromatic essential oils and nutrients which help to keep your feet smoother, softer and pleasant smelling. (What oils can help with hair growth?)
Lemon juice
Lemon is a powerful astringent that helps to soften dead skin. Its natural levels of citric acid have exfoliating effects on the skin. (What is the best source of Vitamin C?)
How to do it?
Add Epsom salt, mint, eucalyptus, lemon juice in a bucket filled with warm water and mix them well… Soak your feet in this warm water for around fifteen to twenty minutes. After twenty minutes, exfoliate your foot with a scrub, one heel at a time. Wash with clean water and dry it with a towel. At this point, massage your skin using a scrub. You may use store bought scrub or natural scrubs like cane sugar, oats, coffee powder, honey or besan (gram flour). Scrubbing polishes the skin & improves skin elasticity.
Next, use Ayurveda massage oil or a foot cream to gently massage your toes, soles, heels and ankles. Massaging these parts of your foot will help to relax and nourish the tissues. It also flush the toxins from the body. Lastly, wrap your feet with a hot towel for five minutes. Finish it up by massaging your feet with a foot cream or cold pressed oil and feel the health benefits of foot massage.
What is the proper way of oiling to get maximum health benefits of foot massage?
Warm oil is preferred over cold oil.
Gently rub massage oil in small circular motions covering the whole bottom of your feet.
Press your thumb across the top of your foot to the big toe and repeat it for each of the toes and ankle.
Make a fist and grab your toes, slowly pulling each toe away from the foot, to remove stress.
Starting from the ankle, move your hand all the way through your foot. Repeating a few times to feel the comfort and tension releasing from your body through the toes.
Foot massage vs Reflexology
According to Ayurveda, many neural endings, receptors and marmas (Ayurvedic pressure points) are located in the feet. The concept of putting pressure on particular points of the foot to release pain in other body parts is termed as reflexology. In contrast to that, massage includes gently pressing on the foot’s tissues to relax its muscles and reduce stress.
Food sources to promote bone and muscle health
Beans, legumes, chicken, eggs and red meat are full of proteins which promote healthy muscles. Tuna and salmon are a rich source of Omega-3 and reduce joint stiffness, tenderness, swelling and discomfort. Whole grains contain a lot of fiber which keeps you full for a longer time. Thereby managing your weight and indirectly avoids putting more pressure on your feet. Milk, cheese and milk products contain calcium to support your bone health. (What are the easiest source of protein?)
Neem and Turmeric Oil treatement for face/body
Take about 12 leaves of neem and grind it with water to make a paste. Add 3 teaspoons of turmeric powder and apply on face or use for massage . After 20 minutes, wash it off with water. You can use this pack daily to fight off acne from face/body and infections from the body.
Can use Neem oil to mix with turmeric powder for healing massage of the body.
Option is to also add aloe Vera gel to the combination.
Neem oil is also a great mosquito repellant for kids and adults.
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Dry skin is a common condition. There can be many reasons for dry skin on face and body of kids and it’s become important to take steps for skin care for children. At least one in 10 children have eczema, an ongoing skin problem that causes dry, itchy, red skin. Children with eczema have more sensitive skin than other people. Babies with severe eczema may also have food allergies. The most common being allergy from cow’s milk.
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Common reasons for Dry skinON FACE AND BODY
Bathing too often and using soap can cause dry skin and if skin is already dry it makes it worse. This happens because soap removes the layer of skin’s natural oil and makes it difficult for skin to keep moisture in.
Climate is also responsible for having dry skin. It’s especially common in winters. When the humidity level drops outside, it affects skin as water in your skin evaporates quickly. This makes your skin feel dry and tight and makes it look cracking. Skin care for children becomes more important in winters.
Genetics also plays a role in dry skin. Researchers say that dry skin can be inherited. According to a study, mutations in genes that control the production of the protein filaggrin, which plays a role in forming and hydrating the skin barrier, can cause several skin conditions and one should take skin care for children
Chlorine protects from harmful bacteria that can form in swimming pools. But spending too long in the swimming pool can be a cause for your kid’s dry skin. The chlorine in pool water can dry out a kid’s skin and make it feel tight and itchy because chlorine strips hairs and skin of the natural lubricant (sebum). Dry skin is less common in teenagers than in younger kids as the oil glands are more active in teenage years.
There are many home remedies for dry skin one can use. Most common being oil. However, a study in 2013 found that olive oil actually damaged the skin’s barrier, suggesting not all natural oils are suitable for use as moisturizers. Below are some home remedies for dry skin also some nuts and fruits which can be applied or consumed as a part of skin care for children
COCONUT OIL:
A study in 2019 explained that soothing properties of coconut oils have positive results on dermatitis and extremely dry skin. Coconut oil acts as a sealant as it traps water into the skin and keeps it moist. It also provides key essential fatty lipids. These lipids improve the function of the skin allowing it to feel hydrated as a result. (Is it beneficial to eat coconut oil too?). Other than applying the oil for dryness purposes, coconut also contains antibacterial properties, which help to heal a rash or allergy on the skin and considered as one of the best home remedies for dry skin on face and overall body. This can also be mixed with aloe vera and kept.
ALOE VERA:
One of the easiest available home remedies for dry skin is Aloe Vera. It has healing and hydrating properties and is a great choice for dry skin. However, it absorbs easily, making it ideal for oily skin too. It helps to seal moisture into your skin. According to a 2015 systematic review study, aloe Vera has antioxidant, antimicrobial and wound healing properties that may help with the symptoms of eczema (What kind of food can help with allergies?).
COCOA BUTTER:
Cocoa butter can be used as skin care for children with dry skin. It is mostly made up of fatty acids. People use cocoa butter to help relieve dry skin. It is a boon for people with dry and dull skin conditions. It has the ability to nourish and hydrate the skin and develop elasticity. Mixing this with tea tree oil can give added acne solving benefits to the skin. It can also be a great butter replacement in baking goods. (A recipe for a super nutritious chocolate bar)
ROSE WATER:
It has been used as a natural product for thousands of years to reduce skin redness and hydrate the skin due to its anti-inflammatory properties (what kind of food can help with inflammation?) It works as an antibacterial spray to help reduce acne (How to treat acne?). This is one of the best home remedies for dry skin. Preparing it at home with all natural rose flowers is the best way to get a chemical free product.
SUNFLOWER SEEDS:
Loaded with fatty acids like linolenic, oleic and palmitic acid and other vital nutrients it can be beneficial for skin. It can help you to get rid of acne, scars, dull and dry skin. It increases the production of collagen and gives a smooth glowing skin. Sunflower seeds also contain substantial amounts of zinc and vitamin E which helps to protect skin cells from ageing and decaying. (Does eating sunflower seeds help too?). Based on the age of the child, consuming the seed or its powder, or applying its oil on the skin, both benefit the skin dryness levels.
TOMATOES:
Benefits of tomatoes for dry skin on face are plenty. It contains several skin friendly vitamins and nutrients that can give you beautiful and glowing skin such as lycopene and antioxidants. These can repair damaged skin cells and restore its natural, healthy glow. It also contains deep cleansing agents and corrects the skin pH levels (making it not too dry nor too oily), therefore can very well prevent dryness in skin and minimize acne. (What are other benefits of consuming a tomato every day?) Juice of tomato also reduces the sun tan from the skin apart from providing it moisturizing effect. Skin care for children is important and tomato helps in this.
AVOCADO:
The natural oils in avocado deeply penetrate the skin to nourish, soften and hydrate. Avocado is packed with vitamin A which is responsible for ensuring effective cell repair. It is a great source of biotin, which is part of Vitamin B and helps to control dry skin issues. They are factory of healthy fats including vitamin E, which are essential to keep skin flexible and moisturized. Additionally, avocado also helps to slow the visible signs of ageing. (What is an easy recipe to use avocado?) Applying avocado on the skin is a great child moisturizer (can also mix along with aloe vera). Eating helps too in skin care for children.
WALNUTS:
Walnuts have many characteristics that make them an excellent food for healthy skin. They are a good source of essential fatty acids, which are fats that the body cannot make itself. In fact they are richer than most other nuts in both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that strengthen the membranes of skin cells, locking in moisture and nutrients that keep the skin plump and glowing and keeps out toxins that can damage skin cells. Walnuts have anti-inflammatory properties which help to boost vitamin B levels that are responsible for improving your skin health and preventing skin dryness. Depending on the age of the child, feeding the nut or using its oil are options for skin care for children.
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