5 servings per day.
Recent studies show the protective role of fruits and vegetables against various types of cancer due to the antioxidants of vitamins, minerals and fiber that counteract free radicals and prevent cell degeneration; it is good to eat fruits and vegetables 5 times a day, at almost every meal. In Europe we eat on average about 200 gr. of fruit and vegetables per day, contrary to the 800 gr. total (equivalent to 5 portions) recommended by the WHO. Vegetable foods contain a series of secondary substances that, thanks to their therapeutic properties, can give various benefits: they strengthen the immune system, regulate blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
For our children, a healthy diet is fundamental, one that regulates carbohydrates, sugars and proteins in a balanced way and that is rich in fruit and vegetables. However, children rarely accept to eat these healthy foods and prefer sweets and fried foods instead.
Start Drink Junior contains an anti-oxygen vegetable juice (carrot, broccoli, red chard, pumpkin, spinach).
Rosehip and Blackcurrant, two powerful allies for respiratory health.
Rosehip.
The properties of these berries are many: rich in vitamin C they are a powerful antioxidant, but above all they regulate the immune response of the body, generating an effective action against all forms of allergies. Their assumption improves the immune response at respiratory level in subjects with allergic tendency and in children. The anti-inflammatory properties, are important to use in acute inflammation that cause alterations of the nasal mucous membranes, eyes and respiratory tract. The Rose Hip is not only an excellent remedy in the prevention of allergies and in the treatment of rhinitis, conjunctivitis and asthma, but it is also recommended in childhood diseases such as tonsillitis, nasopharyngitis, cough and cold. These small berries are considered the most concentrated natural source of vitamin C. (100 grams of berries contain the same amount of vitamin C as 1 kilo of traditional citrus fruits).
Blackcurrant.
The buds of Blackcurrant are a powerful anti-inflammatory and antihistamine that acts both in the skin and in the respiratory tract. Therefore indicated in case of allergic and chronic rhinitis, asthma, bronchitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis. They have a powerful immunostimulant effect, fight fatigue and increase resistance to cold in order to prevent flu diseases.
Papaya, elixir of long life.
It gives energy, thanks to the high content of easily absorbed carbohydrates and to the presence of mineral salts and B group vitamins. The fresh fruit is very useful to face periods of stress or overwork. It helps digestion, being very rich in proteolytic enzymes.
Pre and Probiotics: they help the body to defend itself.
Prebiotics and Probiotics are substances of non-digestible food origin which, if taken in adequate quantities, promote the growth of bacteria already present in the intestinal tract with the aim of improving the functionality of this important organ. A correct balance in the intestinal bacterial flora has positive effects on the stimulation of the immune system and on the allergic inflammation of the airways.
B Vitamins.
Very important because they help to transform food (carbohydrates, lipids and proteins) into energy; their deficiency can create irritability, fatigue, difficulty in concentrating and memory loss. Useful therefore for our children always superengaged in multiple daily activities and study.
Folic Acid.
Folic Acid or Vitamin B9 is essential for the proper functioning of the brain and for mental and emotional health. Its intake during periods of strong growth such as pregnancy, childhood and adolescence is very important.
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