These white foods are dangerous for children's health

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These white foods are dangerous for children's health

It is rightly said that the early years of children's lives are very important for their physical and mental growth.

During this time, their diet should include everything that improves their health, not spoils it. There are some white foods that look common but can have a negative impact on children's health in the long run. Let us know which are those white foods that should not be fed to children.

Foods to Avoid for Kids

Refined sugar: Present in sweets, candy, packaged juice, biscuits etc. It can reduce the child's immunity and cause diseases like obesity, diabetes.

White bread: Made of refined flour, which has very little fiber and nutrition. It is digested quickly and causes frequent hunger, which leads to overeating. (Foods to Avoid for Kids)

White rice: Polished rice in which fiber and essential nutrients are removed. Can increase blood sugar level rapidly.

Refined flour: It can harm the digestive system. It causes constipation and weight gain.

Excess salt: Chips, packaged snacks contain high amounts of salt. It can affect high blood pressure and kidneys.

What can be healthy options for children? (Foods to Avoid for Kids)

1- Brown rice or millets (jowar, bajra, ragi)
2- Wheat or multigrain bread
3- Fruits and natural sweeteners like jaggery or dates
4- Pulses, green vegetables, eggs and milk
5- Homemade food, avoid processed food
 
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