Children are especially susceptible to constant attacks from various germs and bacteria that cause illness. To reduce the risk of morbidity, it is necessary to maintain the child's immunity at a good level. This can be done without the use of drugs.
Diet
Foods such as oranges, green beans, strawberries and carrots contain vitamin C and carotenoids. These substances help the body produce interferons and antibodies that coat the cells of the body, thereby blocking the entry of infections. A diet based on foods containing phytonutrients can help prevent diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Try to increase the proportion of plant foods in the child's diet, he should consume them daily 5 times a day.
Dream
Lack of sleep is one of the main reasons for the deterioration of the immune system. Be sure to follow your child's sleep schedule. Newborns usually need about 18 hours of sleep a day, babies 12 to 14 hours a day, and preschoolers about 10 hours.
If your child is unable or unwilling to fall asleep during the day, try to put him to bed early.
Breast-feeding
Breastfeeding helps accelerate the production of white blood cells and antibodies in the baby's body and thereby raise his immunity. This avoids diseases such as allergies, pneumonia, diarrhea, meningitis, etc. In the first days after childbirth, breast milk is especially rich in substances necessary for the immunity of the newborn. It is recommended to breastfeed the baby during the first year of life, in extreme cases - the first 3 months. This will avoid the need to take certain medications in the future.
Passive smoking
If you or your spouse smoke, it's time to quit. Cigarette smoke contains more than 4000 toxins, which have an extremely negative effect on the immunity of a young organism. Children are much more susceptible to secondhand smoke than adults, this is due to the fact that the natural detoxification system in children is underdeveloped. In addition, the rate of their respiration is higher than that of adults, therefore, the intensity of the poisoning of the body is also higher. Secondhand smoke increases the risk of illnesses such as bronchitis, asthma and SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome).
If you find it difficult to quit smoking, try to rid your child of cigarette smoke. Never smoke at home; only smoke outdoors.
Sport
Physical culture classes improve the work of any person's body, this is especially important for a growing child's body. Try to get your child into a habit of exercising on a regular basis. Be an example to follow, play sports with him.
