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VITAMIN FOR KIDS – VITAMIN E

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VITAMIN E

Like vitamin C, vitamin E plays a significant role as an antioxidant, thereby protecting body tissue from the damage of oxidation. It is important in the formation of red blood cells and the use of vitamin K. Many women also use it to help minimize the appearance of wrinkles, and mothers use it to help heal minor wounds without scarring, as it is valued for its ability to soothe and heal broken or stressed skin tissue.

KID’S NEED:

6-11 mg/day. (1 IU is equal to approximately .75 mg)

SOURCE:

FRUITS: Avocado, Blackberries, Black Currants, Blueberries, Boysenberries, Cranberries, Guava, Kiwi, Mango, Nectarine, Papaya, Peach, Pomegranate

NUTS: Almond, Hazelnut, Pinenut, Sunflower seeds

LEGUME: Edmame, Pinto Beans

VEGETABLES: Butternut Squash, Parsnip, Potatoes, Pumpkin, Spirulina, Swiss Chard, Taro

ANIMAL SOURCE: Egg

Author: TxNaturalPediatrics

By training, I am a American Board Certified Pediatrician. But in my younger years I grew up with natural alternatives. As a mom I have tried to incorporate both for my kids and it has worked wonders. And finally, as I am studying natural & alternative medicines, I realize the beauty and wisdom of living closer to earth. Hence in my practice I integrate both...for acute ailments I follow American Academy of Pediatrics recommendation but for simple and/or chronic conditions I prefer natural alternatives. In western training we were raised to think that "health is the absence of symptoms and problems". But eastern sensibilities has educated me that "Health is state that allows one to use the full capabilities of their body, mind and intellect. Therefore, healthy living is a balanced state of well being: physically, mentally, socially and spiritually." This implies that healing is not a "one-pill-fits-all", but a personalized experience.

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