Human Growth
Hormone
Human growth hormone, HGH, is produced by the anterior pituitary gland located below the brain. Unnatural ways to stimulate HGH exist, but come with serious side effects that are extra dangerous for children, including muscle weakness, glucose irregularities and abnormal heart growth.
Diet and Exercise
Growth hormone levels increase significantly when insulin levels are lower. A balanced diet that is slightly higher in low glycemic carbohydrates is ideal, especially when the carb-rich foods are followed immediately after your child has been active or exercised.
Exercise has been shown to boost HGH production, but must be coupled with plenty of water and fluids, since dehydration can lower the ability of exercise to increase HGH.
Low glycemic foods include breakfast cereals made with wheat bran, barley or oats, whole grain breads, fruit and lentils. Examples of high glycemic foods that can actually hamper HGH hormones include white bread, soft drinks, ice-cream and chocolate.
Sleep
Studies indicate that HGH production rises about one hour after falling asleep. The better the sleep the higher the HGH production volume, as poor sleep has found to reduce HGH production volume.
Consider enhancing sleep quality with room darkening shades and white noise to help attain a sound, deep sleep. Naps are also recommended for children provided they are longer than one hour.
Avoid Natural Supplements
There are many natural supplements on the market that claim to boost HGH without side effects. One popular supplement is known as an arginine booster, and it has not been tested or deemed safe or suitable for consumption by children.
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