Garlic is a food that can help your body stay healthy! Here's what it does, depending on your age:
What Garlic Does for Different Ages:
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Ages 3-5: Garlic helps your body heal from little cuts and boo-boos faster and helps you fight off being sick. Think of it as a tiny superhero in your food!
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Ages 6-11: Garlic has Vitamin C, which is like a shield that protects your body from diseases and keeps you feeling strong and energetic.
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Ages 12-18: Garlic still has Vitamin C! But even better, it helps your body soak up the iron from foods like spinach and beans. Iron helps your blood carry oxygen, which gives you energy and helps your immune system fight off sickness.
Why is Garlic Good for You?
Garlic is good for you because it has things inside it, like Vitamin C, that help your body stay healthy and fight off germs that can make you sick. It's like a natural medicine that tastes good in lots of different foods!
How Can Kids Eat Garlic?
Garlic can be used in lots of yummy dishes! It can be added to:
- Pasta sauces
- Soups
- Stir-fries
- Even on garlic bread!
Always ask a grown-up to help you when using garlic in cooking.
