supplements BY JACK CHALLEM
SUPPLEMENTS FOR
weens and teens may bristle at the notion of taking supplements, so the wise parent knows when to keep things simple and not create a battleground. Tat said, during this key growth stage, dietary
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ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS FOR GROWING BODIES
supplements can help build bones and tissues, maintain healthy moods and brain function, and reduce the risk of health problems now and much later in life—so it’s worth the effort if you think your child’s diet could use a boost. Here are the top supplements to consider, in order of importance.
Multivitamins. Tink of multis as a stand-alone foundation to prevent basic nutritional deficiencies—or as a starting point for a more comprehensive supplement regimen. Each essential vitamin and mineral plays myriad roles in the body and mind, and too little of any single nutrient can have wide-ranging negative health effects; a zinc deficiency, for example, can impair growth. Most multivitamin formulas contain all essential vitamins and at least a smattering of minerals. (Calcium and magnesium are bulky, so it’s impossible to add enough into one capsule.) For tweens, opt for products formulated specifically for children. Early teens can take half the dose of adult multis (for example, one capsule instead of two), and older teens ➻
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