There are no such things as "growth foods" in an absolute sense. The most important thing is to ensure a balanced diet. The growth foods mentioned above are recommended to be consumed daily to ensure that the baby gets sufficient and comprehensive nutrition.
Dairy Products
Milk is a nutritious and ideal food. Every 100 grams of milk contains 70.5 kcal of energy, 3.4 grams of protein, and 3.7 grams of fat, as well as Vitamin B2, Vitamin A, and more. The protein in milk contains all the essential amino acids necessary for human growth and development, with a digestibility of over 98%. The calcium content in 100 grams of milk is 125 mg, which is easily absorbed and the best source of calcium for the human body.
It is recommended to eat more cheese and yogurt, and note that milk should not be replaced by milk drinks, as the main ingredient in milk drinks is water.
Soy Products
Soybeans are currently the crop with the highest protein content and quality. They contain the 8 essential amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize and must obtain from food. Except for a lower methionine content, the rest are relatively abundant, especially lysine. Protein with sufficient amino acid content and a comprehensive composition is called high-quality protein.
Every 100 grams of soybeans contains 1660 mg of potassium, 532 mg of phosphorus, 426 mg of calcium, 180 mg of magnesium, 9.2 mg of iron, 5.07 mg of zinc, 4.8 mg of sodium, 2.37 mg of manganese, 11.4 mg of copper, 4.22 mg of selenium, and various vitamins. Soybeans are particularly rich in calcium and are an important source of calcium for the human body.
Animal-based Foods
Eggs, meat, and fish contain relatively complete essential amino acids for the human body. They are highly nutritious and rich in protein, so they should be eaten more often.
Five specially recommended growth foods:
Milk, sardines, spinach, carrots, oranges
The blacklist of foods that affect a baby's growth
Foods that are not conducive to growth are mainly low in nutrition but can make the baby feel full, affecting their intake of other foods. Some can also deplete calcium in the body, ultimately leading to malnutrition.
Various carbonated drinks
According to some data, 60% of children who prefer to drink carbonated drinks have their normal development affected by calcium deficiency. Especially in cola-type drinks, the phosphorus content is too high, and excessive consumption can lead to an imbalance of calcium and phosphorus in the body, causing developmental delays.
Various candies and sweet drinks
Excessive sugar consumption can affect the body's fat burning, leading to fat accumulation, and it can also affect calcium metabolism. Some professionals believe that if sugar intake reaches 16%-18% of total food intake, it can disrupt the body's calcium metabolism, hinder the body's calcification process, and affect growth.
On the other hand, there is a nutritional term called "empty calories," which means calories with no nutritional value. Excessive consumption of sugary drinks can disrupt the digestive system, affecting normal food intake and causing malnutrition.
Various "junk foods"
Fried foods, puffed foods, pickled foods, and canned products suffer significant nutritional loss during processing and use various additives such as essences, preservatives, and colorings. Although they provide a lot of calories, they are low in nutrients like protein and vitamins. Long-term consumption of such foods can lead to malnutrition in children.