1. Manifestations of calcium deficiency in infants
2. Causes of calcium deficiency in infants
3. The dangers of calcium deficiency in infants
4. How to prevent and treat calcium deficiency in infants
1. Manifestations of calcium deficiency in infants
1. Skeletal dysplasia: Problems such as rickets or osteoporosis occur.
2. Muscle weakness: manifested as twitching of hands and feet, or even facial twitching.
3. Decreased immunity: prone to bacterial and viral infections, respiratory infections and other problems.
4. Nervous abnormalities: problems such as insomnia and irritability.
2. Causes of calcium deficiency in infants
1. Insufficient intake: During breastfeeding, the mother\’s diet lacks calcium, resulting in insufficient calcium content in breast milk.
2. Malabsorption: Due to incomplete digestion or other digestive problems, the calcium in food cannot be fully absorbed.
3. Influence from the external environment: Sunlight is an important source for the human body to synthesize vitamin D. If the baby stays indoors for a long time or there is insufficient sunlight, it will affect the synthesis of vitamin D in the body.
4. Other diseases: Certain diseases, such as kidney disease, hyperthyroidism, etc., will affect the metabolism of calcium in the baby\’s body.
3. The dangers of calcium deficiency in infants
1. Skeletal dysplasia: Long-term calcium deficiency can lead to reduced bone density and make bones susceptible to damage.
2. Restricted height development: Lack of calcium will affect height development.
3. Decreased immunity: Lack of calcium will affect the normal operation of the immune system, making it easy to be infected with various bacteria and viruses.
4. Nervous abnormalities: Lack of calcium will affect the normal operation of nerves, causing insomnia, anxiety and other problems.
4. How to prevent and treat calcium deficiency in infants
1. Get enough calcium: Mothers should ensure they get enough calcium during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This can be achieved by eating more calcium-containing foods such as dairy products, beans, and vegetables.
2. Go out to bask in the sun: Babies should engage in appropriate outdoor activities between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. every day. Sunbathing can promote the synthesis of vitamin D in the body.
3. Supplementing vitamin D: If the baby cannot synthesize enough vitamin D through sunlight, it can be supplemented by oral vitamin D.
4. Reasonable diet: Provide babies with a balanced, nutritious diet and avoid excessive intake of sugar and fat.
Abstract:
Calcium deficiency in infants is a common but easily overlooked problem. Lack of calcium can affect bone development, height development, immunity and nerves. Prevention and treatment include getting enough calcium, getting out in the sun, supplementing with vitamin D, and providing a balanced and nutritious diet. For babies during breastfeeding, mothers should ensure that they consume enoughof calcium. If your baby has problems such as twitching of hands and feet or facial twitching for a long time, he should seek medical treatment in time.
