How to boost children's immunity during winters - Dr. Varsha Saxena

Immunity in a child is very important to fight day to day infections. Certain factors can definitely help in boosting child's immunity. One of them is exclusive breast feeding baby for 6 months of life, providing the first breast milk on colostrum. Certain fruits and vegetables also help in boosting child's immunity like berries, oranges and amla which are good in antioxidants. Probiotic yoghurts, milk and foods like walnuts, food oils which are rich in essential fatty acids also helps. Good amount of vitamin D and zinc is also required for the child's immunity which can be obtained by exposure to the sunlight and zinc supplements. Regular personnel hygiene like hand washing, sanitizers can also help you boost immunity.