Calcium is considered one of the vital elements for the growth and health of children and its main role is in strengthening bones and teeth.. Calcium deficiency in children can slow down the growth process and cause problems such as weak bones, muscle pains and even delay in physical growth.. **The importance of calcium in children** Calcium is one of the vital substances for children's growth and health, and its role is not limited to bones. Getting enough calcium has many benefits for children: - **Strengthening of bones and teeth:** Calcium helps the natural growth of height and strength of bones and teeth... Sufficient consumption of this mineral reduces the risk of bone fractures and weakened teeth and provides a solid foundation for the healthy growth of the child... and strengthens the health of his nervous system... - ** Maintaining health: Muscles and calcium help to regulate the heart naturally. Daily activity and the health of the child's heart are essential. ** Symptoms of calcium deficiency in children ** Calcium deficiency in children can have negative effects on their growth and health... Knowing the symptoms of this deficiency helps mothers to take the necessary measures in time and prevent more serious problems... ### **Physical symptoms** - **Weakness and fragility of bones and teeth:** Children may easily break or crack their bones and their teeth become brittle and weak... ### **Nervous and behavioral symptoms** - **Restlessness and irritability:** Children may become more restless or irritable than usual....- **Sleep problems:** Calcium deficiency in children can cause insomnia or light and restless sleep.... ### **Dental and oral symptoms** - **Weak and vulnerable teeth:** Weak tooth enamel and the possibility of decay are common symptoms of calcium deficiency... - **Delayed teeth growth:** In young children, calcium deficiency can delay the growth and development of teeth.... Diet for calcium deficiency in children Supplying enough calcium through diet is the first step for healthy growth of children and preventing bone problems.... Creating a varied diet rich in calcium helps mothers to meet the need for calcium deficiency in children.... ### Dairy sources - **Milk:** is the main source of calcium and protein... One to two glasses of milk a day is enough for most children... - **Yogurt and cheese:** In addition to calcium, it has protein and vitamin D that increases calcium absorption... - **Spinach, broccoli, cabbage and parsley... **Beans, peas, lentils:** Contains calcium and vegetable protein and can help strengthen bones... - **Almonds, Walnuts and Sesame: ** As much as these nuts are a good source of calcium and healthy fats for children... Slow down and avoid fast foods, as they can reduce calcium absorption **: Footnote... This general information is a limited summary of diagnostic, therapeutic and/or medicinal information.. It is not intended to be comprehensive and should be used as a tool to help the user understand and/or evaluate potential diagnostic and treatment options. All information about conditions, treatments, medications, side effects, or risks that may apply to a particular patient...Doctor's examination and assessment of the patient's specific and unique circumstances....Patients should consult their physician for complete information about health, medical questions, and treatment options, including the risks or benefits of using medications...This information does not endorse any treatment or medication as safe, effective, or approved for the treatment of a particular patient....Dr. Mehdi Afshari makes no warranty or responsibility in It is not related.. I deny the information or use of it.. * Among the medical services provided in the office, we can mention periodic examinations of children, periodic monitoring of children's growth and physical development, treatment of various infectious, digestive and respiratory diseases in children and adolescents, nutritional counseling, education and periodic care of premature infants, monitoring and treatment of all periodic problems during infancy, periodic mental and physical evaluation of children. > > *special services of Dr. Mehdi Afshari: specialized office circumcision, home visit and online consultation* > > *Practice address: No. 193, South Mehrabad, Southern Air University, Tafarsh East, Tehran > > *Contact number: 021-66602506*