What fruits do children eat when they cough? Top 10 recommended fruits to relieve cough
Recently, coughing in young children has become a hot topic for parents. According to the hot data on the entire network for the past 10 days, we found that the search volume of "children's cough care" increased by 35% month-on-month, among which "what fruit to eat for cough" is a high-frequency search term. This article will combine the latest parenting knowledge and nutrition advice to provide parents with scientific guide to fruit selection.
1. Why can fruits relieve children’s cough?
Fruits are rich in vitamin C, antioxidants and moisture, and can:
1. Dilute respiratory mucus
2. Enhance immunity
3. Relieve throat irritation
4. Supplement electrolytes
2. 10 recommended fruits suitable for children with cough
| Fruit name | Active ingredients | Edible suggestions | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| pear | 85% moisture, dietary fiber | Better edible after steaming | Use diarrhea with caution |
| apple | Pectin, quercetin | Boil water with skin | Avoid empty stomach before meals |
| orange | Vitamin C 53mg/100g | Dilute freshly squeezed juice in warm water | Use it carefully within 1 year old |
| kiwi | Vitamin C 62mg/100g | Peel and mash the fruit | Test allergies carefully |
| Loquat | Amygdalin | Fresh pulp juice | Nuclear removal to prevent choking |
| Grapefruit | Vitamin P | Soak the flesh in warm water | Not taken with the drug |
| banana | Potassium | Mash and warm water | Use caution when constipated |
| strawberry | anthocyanin | Soaked in salt water and consumed | Need to be thoroughly cleaned |
| Fig | Proteinase | Drink dry food with water | Higher sugar |
| Kumquat | Kumquatene | Boil water with skin | Use it with caution under 1 year old |
3. Dietary precautions during children's cough
1.Eating time: It is recommended to eat 30 minutes after the cough is relieved
2.How to eat:
- 6-12 months of age: pureed fruit/boiled water
- 1-3 years old: small pieces of soft fruit
3.Temperature control: Keep room temperature or warm to avoid ice
4.Daily usage:
| age | Recommended dosage |
|---|---|
| 6-12 months | 20-50g/day |
| 1-2 years old | 50-100g/day |
| 2-3 years old | 100-150g/day |
4. Answers to hot questions that parents pay attention to recently
1.Q: Can you eat fruit if you have worsened your cough at night?
A: It is recommended to stop eating 2 hours before going to bed, and it can be replaced in batches during the day.
2.Q: Is there any difference between choices for wind-cold cough and wind-heat cough?
A: Warm fruits (such as steamed pears) are recommended for wind-heat coughs. Cold fruits (such as kiwi fruit) can be selected for wind-heat coughs.
3.Q: Can fruits replace medication?
A: Fruits can only help relieve symptoms, and severe coughs require medical treatment in time.
5. Expert advice
The director of the respiratory department of Beijing Children's Hospital reminds:
1. Priority for fresh seasonal fruits
2. Observe whether allergic reactions occur after consumption
3. If you have cough for more than 1 week or have fever, you should seek medical treatment in time
According to social media data analysis in the past 10 days, pears and oranges are the most popular cough fruits among parents, but experts emphasize the need for personalized choices based on the physical condition and cough type of young children.
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