Monday 14/July/2025 – 05:23 AM
Nutrition experts emphasized the importance of focusing on the type of drinks that children consume in the pre -ten age, as this stage is decisive in physical and mental development, and below are five necessary drinks that must be within the diet of children, according to the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Heart Association (AHA).
1. Water
Water is considered the most important drink for children, as it maintains body hydration, supports brain function, regulates body temperature and recommends the American Academy of Pediatrics that the child take between 5 to 8 cups per day depending on age and physical activity.
2. Milk
Milk is a rich source of calcium and vitamin D, which are two essential elements for strengthening bones and teeth, and AAP recommends that children give full fat milk until the age of two years, then turn into low -fat milk after that, by 2 cups per day for children from 2 to 8 years old.
3. 100% natural fruit juice (in moderate quantities)
Although juices are not preferred to replace the whole fruit, eating moderate amounts of 100% natural juices-such as orange or apple juice-can be provided with vitamins, especially vitamin C. It is advised AAP not to exceed 120-180 ml per day for children between 4 and 6 years.
4. Supported drinks (such as soy or almond milk)
Children with milk allergy or do not eat it for food reasons, soy milk or almonds supported by calcium and vitamin D is a good alternative, it is always recommended to choose non -informed species.
5. Yogurt drink or curd
It contains probiotics, protein and calcium, and helps to improve digestion and strengthen immunity, and it is preferable to be a little sugar or natural.
Doctors warned against giving children without tenth sugary drinks such as soda, energy drinks, and sweetened tea, because of their negative impact on the health of the teeth and an increase in the risk of obesity.
