When we talk about milk, it sounds very familiar and closely related to kids isn’t? Generally milk is known as a whitish liquid containing milk proteins, fats, lactose and various vitamins and minerals produced by the mammary secretory cells of female in process called lactation.  

Various types of milk:

• human breast milk
• fresh goat’s milk
• fresh cow’s milk
• fortified milk
• whole milk
• flavored milk
• almond milk
• soybean milk

Importance of milk for children growth

• Calcium in milk is responsible for sustaining healthy and strong bones and teeth.
• High fat content in whole and fresh milk is crucial for nerve and brain development
• Rich in vitamin and mineral for examples:
  • Vitamin B12 is important to help increasing red blood cell count
  • Potassium helps regulate proper nerve function
  • Magnesium helps in muscular function
  • Phosphorus important for energy release
  • Protein as a main source for cell repair and growth
  • Lactose to provides vital energy

Recommendation for milk intake

• Any flavored milk that parent always give to kids must be controlled VERY STRICTLY as it contains added sugar (sucrose)
• Children that consumed whole cow’s milk can have a possibility to get extra calories and this can be avoided by having enough physical activities per day.
• Drinking too much milk is not a good idea though it can lead to anemia because too much calcium can inhibit the absorption of iron intake.

  Milk allergy

• Lactose intolerant might occurred when someone unable to digest lactose (sugar found in milk).
• The alternative source of calcium might be from soybean milk, almond milk etc.

HOW TO MAKE MILK LOOKS TEMPTING FOR YOUR KIDS!

• Prepare fruity milkshake by blending vibrant color of fruits such as strawberry, blueberry or mango for your child twice a week

• Pair a glass of milk with biscuits to make it looks tastier

• Breakfast cereal such as cornflakes with nuts and fruits together with milk

• Create a healthy lollipop made from milk by freezing your milkshake into a mold and surprise your kid

Happy parenting everyone!