"Wow, your kid is so tall! What kind of food does kid eat?" I believe many parents are familiar with this conversation, right? During a child's growth stage, height and weight are visible signs of “Growth Spurt," with height being a focus for parents, hoping their child start with a win in early-stage.

A Glass of Milk Every Morning and Night

Parents know that milk contains rich nutrients such as protein, growth peptides, calcium, etc. Therefore, it is important to encourage children to drink more milk to help with their growth and development. According to the "Dietary Guidelines" and "My Meal Plate" from Health Promotion Administration, Ministry of Health and Welfare, daily recommended 1.5-2 cups (240ml per cup) of dairy products, which means "a glass of milk every morning and night." However, according to the latest National Nutrition and Health Survey, calcium intake remains the lowest among minerals for Taiwanese people. Only toddlers aged 1-3 meet the recommended intake, while children aged 7-12 only intake half of it, far below the recommended intake level.

Image Source: Health Promotion Administration, Ministry of Health and Welfare, National Nutrition and Health Survey for the Years 2017-2020

Lactose Intolerance?

According to a comprehensive analysis published in medical journals, most Asians suffer from lactose intolerance, with Taiwan's prevalence rate of lactose intolerance reaching 88%. The lactose intolerance is well-known symptoms such as diarrhea, bloating, abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting may occur after drinking milk. Therefore, not everyone can absorb the necessary calcium, protein, or other nutrients through milk consumption, nor can they grow taller.

Image Source: The Lancet Gastroenterology and Hepatology, October 2017; Volume 2, Issue 10, Pages 738-746

The Secret of Growing Tall: Growth Plates

Do you measure your child's height regularly since birth? In fact, from birth to around age 3, children grow quickly, and then the growth rate gradually slows down. As they enter puberty, around the age of 9-10, it's a golden period of growth. However, the "growth plates" are the key factors affecting height! Growth plates are located at the ends of bones, its chondrocytes are under constant division and arise. When growth hormones stimulated, it stimulates the growth plate arise new cartilage, which then transforms into compact bone, lengthening the bones and allowing the body to grow taller. Of course, growth plates not only contribute to height but also the "length" of bones throughout the body, such as fingers, arms, thighs, and calves. Growth plates gradually close as growth progresses, and once closed, bones no longer increase in length.

In recent years, with advancements in food science and processing technology, through special concentration techniques, lactose can be removed while retaining the essence of milk components and key growth factors. This provides parents and children with a new choice! In 2024, BIO HEED is expected to explore the new path of health care at every stage of life with you. With the latest world-class patents and trend-setting ingredients, we are looking forward to mutual progress and technology exchange at the Bio-Asia.