Children Eating Right

The Energy Boost They Need!

Choosing the right foods is important for children of all ages, especially for weight management. As obesity in children is readily in the news of late, getting the right food plan is essential.
Mannatech recommends a low-glycemic food plan for all.

Low-glycemic foods do not trigger the undesirable insulin reaction that shuts down the normal process by which the body converts fat as energy. Every person should clearly understand the role of fats and proteins. Proteins provide the basic building blocks of life, called amino acids. Without these, you could not exist. Glyconutrients combine with protein amino acids to produce the complete glycoproteins your body needs for optimal health.

Animal proteins are very high in amino acids, vitamins and minerals because herbivores (exclusively plant eaters) that are the source for the meats people eat are designed to get all the nutrients they need from vegetable or plant matter, and then store it in their muscles. Herbivore muscle tissue, meat, contains calcium and other vital minerals because muscles can't function without calcium, magnesium and phosphorus, as well as B vitamins. This explains why meat contains B12 and why many human vegetarians become B12 deficient. without calcium, you will not only have weak bones, but also muscle cramps.

Some vegetables contain proteins, as do grains, nuts and seeds. Vegetables alone, however, must be properly combined for you to derive the protein value you need since no individual vegetable provides complete protein amino acid balance by itself. The human body require proteins to maintain health muscle mass and continuous energy, as well as normal blood sugar.

Children also need the right eating plan for growth. Mannatech has produced Glyco-Bears which are great-tasting, chewable multivitamins formulated especially for children. These sucrose- and dextrose-free treats contain 26 essential vitamins, minerals and other vital nutrients in a base made from 30 different fruits and vegetables.

Taken from "Health & Living" Mannatech Product Features Volume 2, Number 2