YOGYAKARTA - Not a few parents give strong, sweet milk to their baby children. The reason is because the price is cheaper and the taste is delicious. Whereas condensed milk can have a bad effect on health if consumed by a baby. It is better to know the dangers of milk with sugar for a 3-year-old child.
Giving milk to children is an important aspect in meeting nutritional needs and supporting the growth of the little one. However, as parents, we need to be selective in choosing the type of milk that children consume. Not all products labeled susu are suitable for giving, especially to children under the age of five.
Sweet condensed milk, for example, is not a good choice for children aged 3 years because of their content and effects on health. As parents who are aware of their child's health, let's understand what the dangers of condensed milk are for a 3-year-old child.
Sweet condensed milk is a dairy product that is processed by eliminating most of its water content and adding high amounts of sugar. This product is often used as a complementary ingredient for food and beverage, such as a mixture of coffee, tea, or bread.
Although called 'susu,' sugary condensed milk contains very high sugar content. So this drink is more appropriate to be referred to as a dairy-based processed product, not as the main drink for children. Sweet condensed milk contains up to 40'50 percent per serving dose, with a fairly high fat content.
Meanwhile, the content of protein and calcium in condensed milk is much lower than that of a pure cow's formula or milk. With high sugar content, this product cannot provide balanced nutritional benefits for early childhood.
Here are some reasons why condensed milk is not safe for children aged 3 years:
The very high sugar content in condensed milk can cause children to become obese if consumed regularly. Children who are obese at an early age are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future.
Children aged 3 years are still in the stage of dental development. Consumption of excessive sugar from condensed sugar can increase the risk of cavities. Sugar attached to the child's teeth becomes food for bacteria, which eventually triggers plaque formation and tooth damage.
Sweet condensed milk contains low protein and calcium, so it is not enough to meet the daily nutritional needs of children. If given as a substitute for main milk, children can lack the essential nutrients needed to grow, such as protein, vitamins, and minerals.
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The high level of sugar and fat in condensed sugar can trigger digestive disorders in children, such as diarrhea or constipation. The still developing digestive system of children is not able to digest large amounts of fat and sugar.
Children who are accustomed to eating sweet foods or drinks since childhood tend to find it difficult to control their desires for sugar in the future. This can affect eating patterns and increase the risk of various metabolic diseases.
Those are some of the dangers of condensed milk for 3 years old children that parents must understand. Be selective to provide safe milk and meet your child's nutritional needs. Also read different evaporation milk and UHT.
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