Winter Fruits: A Natural Pharmacy in Your Home

Winter fruits are rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C, which boosts immunity and prevents colds. You can also enjoy them as juice or mix more than one type together. So don't miss the opportunity and take advantage of the winter season and its nutritious fruits:

Oranges: One of the most popular winter fruits, they fight colds. You can add them to lemon or carrot juice with a spoonful of honey. This mixture expels phlegm and cleanses the chest. It also soothes the stomach and relieves gas.

Mandarin: Its benefits are similar to those of oranges, but it is richer in nutritional value. It is a natural remedy for calming the nerves and helps relieve constipation.

Guava: Contains a higher percentage of vitamin C than oranges and tangerines, a fact not many people know. It also helps treat coughs in children. You can prepare it for your little one as juice and add milk.

Strawberries: One of the most popular fruits for children, they are sweet and fragrant. They contain minerals such as potassium and iron, which are important for the formation of body cells. They also contain high levels of antioxidants, which improve brain cell performance.

Pomegranate: Provides the body with energy, and every 100 grams contains 15% of a person’s daily need for vitamin C.

After learning about the benefits of the above fruits, the question is: How do I encourage my child to eat fruits? The answer is:

-Be a role model for your child. Eat the fruit in front of him and ask him if he wants to share it with you.

- Avoid canned juices that contain high sugar content.

Prepare juices at home and mix more than one type.

-Let your child choose the type of fruit he wants.

Some fruits, such as pomegranate and guava, can be mixed with milk to create a complete meal with high nutritional value.

- Choose colorful cups and an innovative "sippy cup" to encourage your little one to drink juice.