Vitamins are special compounds that are involved in all processes occurring inside the growing body of a 12-year-old child. Without their sufficient daily intake, the health of children may develop problems that require immediate treatment with vitamin preparations. How to prevent hypovitaminosis, do you need pharmacy vitamin supplements and what complexes are recommended for children 12 years old?
What vitamins are needed at 12 years old?
- For active growth of the skeleton and strengthening of teeth, 12-year-old children especially need vitamin D, phosphorus and calcium.
- B vitamins are called upon to balance metabolic processes, improve the functioning of the nervous system and ensure normal blood formation.
- To protect the cells of a child's body from the effects of free radicals, you should consume enough vitamin E. This vitamin also affects the condition of the skin.
- Vitamin A will also take care of skin health and sharp vision.
- Vitamin C is especially important to support the immune system, the load on which is quite high at the age of 12.
Read about the correct diet for a student in another article.
When is vitamin supplementation needed?
If parents intend to ensure that their 12-year-old child is getting enough vitamins and other nutrients, their first step should be to assess the diet of their son or daughter.
By correcting the child's menu, you can avoid vitamin deficiencies and support the child's body. If this is impossible for any reason, the pediatrician will advise a vitamin complex.
In addition, pharmacy vitamin preparations can be prescribed for:
- The appearance of overwork.
- High physical or intellectual stress.
- Recovery after an acute illness.
- Frequent colds.
- Poor appetite.
- Seasonal vitamin deficiency in food.
Most popular vitamins at age 12
The most demanded and popular multivitamin preparations at this age are:
- Vitrum Junior. These chewable fruit tablets include all vitamins as well as 10 minerals. The complex provides the child with large doses of calcium, magnesium and phosphorus for stronger bones and teeth. Also, the supplement has a positive effect on intellectual development.
- Multi-tabs Teen. This complex includes 11 vitamins, to which 7 minerals are added. Due to its high iodine content, this vitamin supplement has a positive effect on the immune system and the development of intelligence. The drug is also advised to be taken during recovery from illness.
- Pikovit Forte. These tangerine-flavored gummies contain 11 vitamins to support a growing baby's body. The complex helps to improve appetite and prevent frequent colds. He gives the child high doses of B vitamins.
- Center for Children. From each portion of this complex, the child will receive 13 vitamins, as well as 5 minerals. The supplement is recommended when there is a lack of iron or calcium in the diet. She is also noted for the ability to accelerate intellectual development and strengthen immunity.
- Alphabet Schoolboy. In the development of this multivitamin complex, data on the interaction of vitamins and minerals with each other were used. So that some substances do not interfere with the absorption and assimilation of others, all the components of the complex were divided into 3 tablets with different taste. The additive is prescribed for increased loads and frequent illnesses.
- Supradin Kids Junior. These citrus-flavored tablets not only contain 12 vitamins and 9 minerals, but also choline to improve your child's brain and memory. The supplement is also prescribed to strengthen the immune system.
- VitaMishki. Such gummy bears are very popular with children. Parents can choose the right vitamins for their 12-year-old depending on the intended use. For example, the Focus + complex will support vision, the Multi + complex will positively affect the child's attention and memory, and the Bio + complex will help digestion.
- Jungle. Animal-shaped chewable tablets of this complex are a source of 10 vitamins. They are advised to be taken if desired to strengthen the child's skeletal system, as well as his eyesight and immunity.
Tips
- Buy only those vitamins for a 12-year-old child that can be used at a given age. Do not give your child drugs that are recommended for adults.
- The best place to buy vitamin supplements is from pharmacies. At the same time, try to pick up something from the assortment of well-known manufacturers.
- Since most vitamin complexes have a tonic effect, they should not be given to children in the afternoon.
- Do not forget that pharmacy multivitamin products should only act as an addition to healthy and varied food.
You can read the opinion of Dr. Komarovsky about vitamins for children from his program.
