Top 10 Nutrients Your Kids Need
Not sure if your kids are getting enough of the good stuff? Our handy guide will help you out.
Originally published October, 2009
Calcium
How Much They Need (Daily)
Ages 1-3: 500 mg Ages 4-8: 800 mg Ages 9-13: 1,300 mg Ages 14-18: 1,300 mg
Good For
Strong bones and teeth, healthy muscles and nerves, blood pressure and heart rate
Best Sources
Dairy, legumes, almonds, leafy greens, soy beverages
For Best Results, Pair With
Vitamin D (found in eggs and oily fish) and magnesium (found in nuts and whole grains)
Who's Not Getting Enough
•37% of 4- to 9-year-olds
•61% of boys aged 10 to 16
•83% of girls aged 10 to 16
By Angela Pirsi
