5 remedios naturales para subir las defensas de los niños (¡y que les encantarán!)
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A fun and tasty option that helps strengthen the immune system with vitamin C and antioxidants. How to make them: Juice 1 orange and 1 tangerine, then mix the juice with ½ cup of water. Add 1 teaspoon of honey (only if your child is over 1 year old) and a pinch of grated ginger. In a separate bowl, dissolve 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin in cold water, then heat gently until fully melted. Mix the gelatin into the juice, pour into molds, and refrigerate until firm. Tip: Use fun-shaped molds like animals, stars, or hearts to make them extra appealing for little ones.
This classic warm drink soothes sore throats, eases coughing, and helps support the immune system. Ingredients: Slices of fresh ginger, juice of ½ lemon, 1 teaspoon of honey How to make it: Boil the ginger in water for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice and honey. Let it cool down until warm (not hot) before serving to your child. Note: Not recommended for children under 1 year old due to the honey, which may pose health risks at that age.
This homemade remedy helps calm coughs and soothe irritated throats. Ingredients: 1 red onion, honey How to make it: Slice the onion and place it in a glass jar. Cover it completely with honey and let it sit overnight at room temperature. In the morning, strain the liquid and give your child 1 teaspoon, twice a day. Note: Only for children over 1 year old.
This smoothie is a delicious and natural way to support your child’s immune health. Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, yogurt provides gut-friendly probiotics, and chia seeds offer omega-3s. Kids love it for its bright color and sweet flavor! How to make it: Blend ½ cup of fresh strawberries, ½ cup of plain unsweetened yogurt, and 1 teaspoon of chia seeds. Add a splash of milk or water to reach the desired texture. Serve cold as a snack or breakfast—it’s nutritious and super easy to make.
Packed with vitamins to support immune health, this juice combines the beta-carotene from carrots with the vitamin C from oranges. Tasty and nutritious! Ingredients: 1 medium carrot, juice of 2 oranges How to make it: Blend everything until smooth. If your child prefers pulp-free juice, strain it before serving.
