Written by Dr. Avani Gandhi, this post explains why the practice shares nutrition content alongside dental advice, then breaks down several nutrients important for kids' health and where to find them.
Calcium supports strong bones and teeth, blood clotting, and muscle contraction; sources listed include oranges, tangerines, dried apricots, broccoli, kale, kiwi, dates, and plums.
Vitamin C helps repair tissue and build collagen (needed for ligaments, blood vessels, skin, and cartilage); sources listed include citrus fruit, strawberries, bell peppers, papaya, mango, brussels sprouts, and blueberries.
Iron is needed to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body; sources listed include pumpkin, spinach, and broccoli.
Vitamin A supports vision, the immune system, the reproductive system, and heart, lung, and kidney function; sources listed include carrots, sweet potato, and winter squash.
Vitamin B2 helps convert fat, carbohydrates, and protein into usable energy; sources listed include spinach, soybeans, and asparagus.
Vitamin B3 supports skin, digestive, and nervous-system health and helps balance cholesterol; sources listed include tomato, avocado, and peas.
The post closes by hoping the information helps parents add at least one more fruit or vegetable to their family's routine.