Question
My child is 3 years old. On the 23rd and 24th of this month, they complained of pain in their right foot at night. The doctor said on the 25th that it might be growth pain. On the 26th, we noticed that they were walking with an uncoordinated gait on their right foot. From the 27th to the 28th, they received intravenous calcium supplementation at the hospital, but there was no significant effect.
Answer
Your child’s condition may be due to a lack of calcium. It is recommended to supplement with calcium. There are two ways to do this: through calcium supplements or through diet. The most common and traditional way to supplement calcium is through milk and dairy products, which are not only rich in calcium but also easy to absorb. Milk and dairy products also contain abundant minerals and vitamins, including Vitamin D, which promotes the absorption and utilization of calcium. Yogurt is also a very good source of calcium; it not only provides calcium but also contains beneficial bacteria that can regulate intestinal function, making it suitable for various groups of people. For those who do not like milk or are lactose intolerant, they can consume more alternative foods such as oysters, seaweed, cabbage, broccoli, turnips, carrots, kale, and bok choy.