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Apples for Kids – Benefits & Interesting Facts
Apples are a popular fruit, and nearly everyone loves this luscious, red fruit, especially youngsters. Apples are packed with minerals and vitamins making them a nutritious choice at all times. They contain minimal calories and are also known for their healing properties.
Health Benefits of Apples for Children
The adage ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’ is not far from the truth given the numerous benefits that this fruit has to offer, particularly for kids. Here are some advantages of including apples in your child’s daily diet.
They are full of carbohydrates which are essential to provide children with the energy they need to stay active every day.
Apples contain Vitamins like A, B1, B2, and C as well as minerals such as iodine, phosphorous, iron, and calcium. All these are crucial in promoting healthy growth of muscle tissues, bones, skin and organs.
Apples contain dietary fibre that is helpful in reducing levels of bad cholesterol.
The antioxidants and phytonutrients found in this fruit are good for vision and help combat symptoms of asthma.
Pectin is a soluble fibre found in apples that can help control diarrhoea while promoting digestion.
Apples can balance sugar levels in the body and are good for keeping away diabetes.
The Vitamin C in apples helps in tissue repair and the making of collagen. Besides strengthening bones, Vitamin C helps in healing wounds and preventing gallbladder disease.
Quercetin that is found in the skin of apples can protect brain cells.
Some Interesting Facts About Apples
Aside from the health benefits of apples, here are some interesting apple tree and apple fruit facts for kids.
There are over 7,500 different types of apples found across the world.
There are five carpels or seed pockets in every apple.
Apple trees can live to be a hundred and touch heights of 40 feet or more.
The most number of apples are grown in China.
When it’s time to harvest apples, they have to be picked by hand.
The science of cultivation of apples is called pomology.
One of the oldest varieties of apples is the Lady or Api apple.
Apples are part of the rose family.
It is said that the apple tree originated in the region between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea.
Around one-fourth of an apple is made of air which is why they float in water.
There is archaeological evidence to prove that humans have been relishing apples since 6500 BC.
The largest apple on record weighed 1.4 kg.
Nutritional Value Of Apples
A medium-sized apple has less than 100 calories and no fat, sodium, or cholesterol content. Take a look at the following chart for detailed information about the nutritive values of apples.
Amount per serving
Daily value % based on 2,000 calorie diet
Total carbohydrates – 25 g
8 %
Dietary fibre - 4 g
17%
Sugars - 19 g
Vitamin A
2%
Vitamin C
14%
Calcium
1%
Iron
1%
Protein - 0 g
0%
Cholesterol – 0 mg
0%
Sodium – 0 mg
0%
Total fat – 0 g
0%
Easy Apple Recipes for Kids
Besides eating apples raw, there are plenty of ways in which apples can be used to keep children interested in consuming at least a couple of servings of this fruit each day. Instead of just apple juice for kids, here are some recipes for you to try out:
1. Apple Crumble With Vanilla Ice Cream
Ingredients:
Six crumbled oatmeal cookies
½ cup whipped cream
½ cup vanilla ice cream
¼ tsp cinnamon powder
¼ cup stewed apples
Method:
Take all the ingredients except two of the cookies in a blender and make it into a smoothie. Pour it into serving bowls and top off with remaining cookies. You can change the recipe to include your favourite flavour of ice cream and more cookies or apples depending on the child's preference
2. Individual Baked Apples
Ingredients:
Four firm apples
8 tbsp( Teaspoon) jam
4 tbsp apple juice or water
Microwave safe baking dish
Method:
Core each of the apples and peel them about one-third of the way. Pour the apple juice or water into the bottom of the baking dish and then place each of the apples in this with the peeled side up. Pour about two tablespoons of jam into the centre of each apple. Cover the dish with plastic that has been pierced for vents or waxed paper. Bake in a microwave on high for about five minutes or till the apples become tender.
3. Yummy Apple Crisps
Ingredients:
Four green apples; peeled and sliced into thin pieces
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup oats
½ cup flour
¾ teaspoon cinnamon powder
¾ teaspoon nutmeg powder
6 tbsp butter
Baking dish
Mixing bowl
Method:
Pre-heat the oven to 375° and grease the baking dish. Then place the apples in the baking dish. Mix rest of the ingredients well in a bowl and then sprinkle this mixture over the apples. Bake it for 40 minutes or till the topping turns golden brown.
4. Savoury Apple and Squash Soup
Ingredients:
1 ½ kg butternut squash
2 Granny Smith apples
3 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock)
2 cups chopped onions
Three tsp garam masala powder/
2 tbsp butter
One tsp salt
Pepper to taste
Method:
Peel the squash and de-seed it before cutting into cubes. Core the apples, peel them, and cube. Place a large pot on the stove and melt the butter. Then add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Put in the curry powder and stir. Next, add squash, apples, stock, salt, and stir till it comes to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for around two minutes. Check to see if squash and apples are tender. If not, boil for some more time. Puree this and then simmer again before adding pepper. Serve hot.
Usually available all year round, there are numerous varieties in the market, and each has a distinctive taste of its own. So, choose the ones that are a favourite with your children and encourage them to munch on one regularly. Apples that are eaten raw with the skin offer the most nutritive benefits, but for younger kids peeling is a good idea since pesticides might have been used and washing will not help clean it fully.
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24 Weeks Pregnant: What To Expect
The second trimester of your pregnancy is about to end, and you are on the verge of the third trimester now. The baby’s growth is coming along well, and your growing belly is proof of the changes happening to you and the baby, so let’s understand them in detail.
Your Baby's Growth during Pregnancy - Week 24
At week 24, your baby has been steadily gaining about six ounces every week and weighs around 1.32 pounds, and is nearly a foot in length. Most of the baby’s weight is a result of its muscles, bones, fat and growing organs. The baby’s face is extremely small but nearing complete formation with its hair, eyebrows and eyelashes producing its beautiful look. Your baby’s hair hasn’t developed any colour yet since the pigments are yet to show up. Your baby’s skin is very tender and highly transparent and a closer look at it will show bones, blood vessels and its organs too.
What is the Baby Size?
You will be very keen to know how your baby is growing. At 24 weeks pregnant, the baby size is now almost as large (or small) as an ear of corn when measured from its head to heel, which is approximately 11.8 inches. Your baby is practising breathing through its nostrils now, preparing for the real world. However, it is the amniotic fluid that is being inhaled now instead of air.
Common Body Changes
The many bodily changes during pregnancy that you will experience as you enter the 24th week will leave you worried but be patient and these will pass too. The area around the abdomen and breasts will become dry and itchy as the skin stretches across it. Your uterus will also feel tight which is due to the Braxton Hicks contractions one experiences during this period.
Symptoms of Pregnancy at Week 24
You are likely to experience the following symptoms once you enter week 24 of your pregnancy, so read on for a heads up:
Backaches
This symptom is probably continuing from earlier and getting worse as days go by. Your uterus is growing correspondingly with your baby and this pushes the uterus against your spine, thus straining it and curving it too. Also remember, your back must work that much harder to carry the growing baby and this leads to pain.
Swelling of the feet
This is a common symptom during this time of the pregnancy and is caused due to excess fluids in the body. The swelling is usually on the ankles, feet and hands. However, you should watch out if the swelling spreads to other parts of the body like the face, hands and fingers. Also, severe swelling on one foot and none on the other could be a sign of preeclampsia, another dangerous pregnancy complication.
Cramps
Leg cramps can be a sign of dehydration so drink lots of water during the day, stretch your legs often and go out for walks to keep them at bay. Cramps could also be due to a nutritional deficiency which should be bought to your doctor’s notice at the earliest.
Belly at 24 Weeks of Pregnancy
At 24 weeks of pregnancy, you will experience slightly stronger and more pronounced kicks than earlier. Your partner too can feel the baby moving around and kicking. You will have to control weight gain for a healthy pregnancy, but gaining 6 to 7 kilograms by the 24th week is normal, so do not worry. It is the sudden weight gain over a couple of weeks that should be a cause of concern for you and should be bought to your doctor’s notice.
24 Weeks Ultrasound and other tests
Around this time of pregnancy, your doctor will suggest an ultrasound test and you will see how the fat formation has begun its process which makes your baby’s skin opaque. The internal organs and blood vessels will no longer be visible due to this. Along with this, an oral glucose tolerance test or a glucose screening test will also be scheduled to check the presence of gestational diabetes, which occurs due to raised levels of pregnancy hormones.
What To Eat
There are enough theories and misconceptions floating around about to leave you confused about what should be your 24th week pregnancy food, so read on to have a clear idea.
Include a lot of high-fibre food in your diet like whole wheat rotis, dalia (cracked wheat), wholegrain bread, fresh fruits and dry fruits/nuts.
Remember to drink water so that it is absorbed by fibres and help tackle constipation.
Carrots, oranges, sweet potatoes and palak (spinach) are wonderful sources of Vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene and should be a part of your diet during this time.
While eating out at restaurants, watch out for the loaded sugars, calories and fats hidden in regular food. The best way is to eat a little bit at home so you do not arrive hungry at the restaurant and eat your way through the treats that tempt you. A handful of nuts or a slice of your favourite fruit is ideal to eat before eating out.
Tips & Care
Do’s
To reduce feet swelling, keep them at an elevated level while sitting down.
Create a light exercise routine like a short walk to keep a good posture and backache away.
For itchy and dry eyes, use eye drops after checking with your doctor.
Don’ts
Do not use stretch-mark creams, hair colour or skin moisturisers before consulting with your physician.
Do not sleep on your back for long periods as this could restrict blood flow to the placenta.
What You Need To Shop For
As you enter week 24 of your pregnancy, there are a few things that you should begin shopping for. Maternity wear should be at the top of your shopping list now since your expanding belly may not fit in those old gowns and pants. Try the wrap dress to flatter your blooming body or a tunic top for comfort and style. Bring home ear plugs and eye patches as these will help you sleep better and you will wake up feeling rested. If you are planning a baby’s room, start getting stuff in a slow and steady manner (going overboard with kid stuff is quite common though) and decorate the room before it announces its arrival.
Conclusion
Every day and every passing week will be different for the mother-to-be and the 24th week will bring in its own set of challenges and little worries. However, with a little bit of confidence and self-belief should help you tide over these temporary issues.
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Seven Wonders of World Facts for Kids
From time immemorial humans have built spectacular structures, buildings, monuments and other wonderful structures that have amazed the historians and common people for generations. Some of these structures have been listed in the wonders of the world. If your child has an interest in history and wants to know about all these amazing structures, we recommend reading this post.
Seven Wonders of World - Ancient and New
There are too many magnificent structures in the world, but all those cannot be listed here. However, here we shall be sharing information of some ancient and new seven wonders of the world.
Ancient 7 Wonders of World
Here is the list of 7 ancient wonders:
1. The Great Pyramid of Giza
This spectacular structure is the only ancient structure that still stands today, and it was constructed without automatic pulleys or cranes. Here are some more trivia:
The mortar is so unique that it could not be imitated to date.
The approx weight of the pyramid is estimated to be 5, 955, 00 tons.
The initial plan was to make pyramids like big mirrors so that they can reflect light that would have been visible from the moon.
2. Colossus of Rhodes
This statue was built in second century BC. The original height of the statue was approximately 98 feet, but it was destroyed because of an earthquake in 226 BC.
The bronze statue was built by Charles of Lindos stood erect for almost 54 years.
When the earthquake shattered the statue, it kept lying unattended on the ground for almost 800 years.
3. Temple of Artemis
The temple was built in Ephesus, one of the ancient cities of Greece. This temple was also called The Temple of Diana.
The temple stood erect until seventh century BC before it got washed in the floods.
In the present day, only a few pillars of the temple remain, which were excavated in 18th century AD.
4. Hanging Gardens of Babylon
The historians until today have not been able to establish the exact location of these beautiful gardens.
These gardens are not exactly hanging, but they are made in the shape of a terrace that is one over another.
Babylon didn’t receive a very good rainfall, and the irrigation was done with the help of pulleys.
The garden was made by King Nebuchadnezzar II for his loving wife so that she could enjoy the greenery of the mountains.
5. Lighthouse Of Alexandria
Built in the third century BC by an Egyptian ruler named Ptolemy, this magnificent structure helped to guide the ships sailing in the Mediterranean sea in entering the city.
At the time when this lighthouse was built, it was the tallest building in the world.
It took almost 20 years to complete the lighthouse, and the lighthouse was built with multiple levels.
No one is too sure what destroyed the structure, but it was believed that it was probably an earthquake.
6. Statue of Zeus at Olympia
Built in the fourth century BC, this 42 feet tall statute is situated in the ancient city of Olympia.
The statute was made of wood, and it contained embellishments of gold and ivory.
Olympia was a damn city, and to prevent the statue from getting infected with fungus, it was regularly polished with olive oil.
7. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
The tomb of the Turkish King Mausolus was designed and built by a famous Greek architect in the city of Halicarnassus. After looking at the tomb, Antipater of Sidon decided that it should be included in one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
The exterior structure of the mausoleum depicted the cravings of kings and queens in their chariots.
The marble tomb stood almost 43 feet tall.
The Greek, Egyptian and Lycian architecture influence can be seen in the structure of the tomb.
New Seven Wonders of World
Now, let us acquaint you with the new Seven Wonders of the World:
1. The Great Wall of China
The wall was built to save the country from foreign invasions.
The wall was built under many emperors, but most parts of the wall were built during Ming dynasty.
The wall is 13, 171 miles long and it took almost 2000 years to build and rebuild the wall.
2. Petra
Petra, situated in the ancient city of Jordan was unveiled in the early nineteenth century. More than half of the city is carved from one rock.
Apart from the mausoleum of a pharaoh, the city has almost 600 structures.
The city is nicknamed Rose city because it is carved from pink coloured rock.
3. Christ The Redeemer
This is a statue of Jesus Christ in Rio De Janeiro is situated on the Corcovado Mountain.
If the 22 feet pedestal is excluded, the statue stands 125 feet tall. The arms of the statute are 92 feet wide.
A French sculptor Paul Landowski designed the structure.
4. Machu Picchu
Built if 1450 AD, this beautiful city was abandoned hundred years later.
It was declared a heritage site in the year 1983 by UNESCO.
The city is almost 8000 feet above sea level.
5. Chechen Itza
Mexico is world famous because of this beautiful city which was built by Mayan civilisation.
The English translation of the world Chechen Itza means “at the mouth of the well of the Itza”.
The pyramid-shaped structure called Castillo is the most famous structure.
6. Colosseum
Colosseum is an ancient amphitheatre that was built in 80 AD by the great emperor Titus Vespasian.
It took almost years and 60, 000 slaves to complete the structure.
In 207 AD a massive fire destroyed the top level of the structure.
7. Taj Mahal
Built by the great Mughal emperor Shah Jehan in the memory of his loving wife, Mumtaz Mahal.
The entire structure is made up of marble and it 20, 000 salves 20 years to complete it.
The original tomb was embellished with precious gemstones, which was looted during the rebellion of 1857.
Other New Incredible Wonders in World
The list of new seven wonders also includes some more categories. We shall be sharing a few of them with you:
1. 7 Nature’s Wonders
Nature is the ultimate creator that a human can never match with. Here are some of nature’s wonders:
Amazon Forest and River
Table Mountain, Kenya
Komodo Island
Underground River at Puerto Princesa
Iguazu Falls
Halong Bay
Jeju Island
2. 7 Underwater World Wonders
The underwater world amazes all of us, but few of the things that are just considered surreal or wonders are as follows:
Great Barrier Reef
Northern Red Sea
Belize Barrier Reef
Galapagos Islands
Lake Baikal, Siberia
Palau
Deep-Sea Vents
3. Seven Beautiful Cities in World
Here is the list of 7 most beautiful cities in the world that you must plan to visit with your kids:
Durban (South Africa)
Havana (Cuba)
La Paz (Bolivia)
Vigan (The Philippines)
Kaula Lumpur (Malaysia)
Doha (Qatar)
Beirut (Lebanon)
4. 7 Wonders of the Industrial World
Following are seven industrial wonders of the world:
SS Great Eastern (iron sailing ship)
Brooklyn Bridge
Hoover Dam
Panama Canal
London Sewerage System
Bell Rock Lighthouse (Scotland)
First Transcontinental Railroad
5. Seven Solar System Wonders
Our solar system is something that amazes most children and here is the list of seven wonders of the solar system that you should share with your child
Enceladus (a moon of Saturn)
The Asteroid Belt
The Sun’s Surface
Jupiter’s Great Red Spot
Saturn’s Rings
Oceans of the Earth
Olympus Mons on Mars
Help your child learn about some of the wonderful structures of the world and we hope this article helped in achieving the same!
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Clarifying Some Myths About Nebulisation
These days, it is common for parents to say 'NO' to nebulisation. The main fear the parents have regarding nebulisation is that it's 'addictive' and is strictly for 'asthmatics'. I would like to clear some myths regarding nebulisation here. Following are a few of the most common myths surrounding nebulisation for kids.
1. Myth-
Nebulisation is addictive.
Fact-
Nebulisation is just a method in which the medicine is delivered to attain the most of it. It's absolutely not addictive, as the medication used in it does not have addictive potential.
2. Myth-
It has many side effects.
Fact-
During nebulisation, the medicine is directly delivered in lungs, where it has to work. This lowers the chances of any side effects, in comparison to oral medicines, which disperse throughout the body while reaching the lungs.
3. Myth-
It requires a very high dose.
Fact-
Since nebulisation is a targeted treatment option, the medicine dose administered through it is very less, in comparison to oral medicines.
4. Myth-
Nebulisation harms younger babies.
Fact-
Small babies can not cough out the phlegm on their own and, thus, it gets congested. Nebulizers help them get relief from the congestion than doing any harm to them.
5. Myth-
It can only be used by 'asthmatics'.
Fact-
Nebulisation not only works in asthma but does magic in other situations like HRAD, WALRI, bronchiolitis, allergic congestion etc
6. Myth-
It's very expensive.
Fact-
If you compare the price of tablets or syrups with the vial of nebulization medicine, you will notice that the cost of the vial is very less, as compared to tablets or syrups
Also, there are portable nebulisers available these days, making them user-friendly too.
Hope I am successful in breaking most of the myths about nebulisation. Please do not hesitate to nebulise your child if prescribed by the specialist, as it's the best and safest way to treat airway issues.
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