Most parents worry about sugar, screen time and sleep. Protein rarely makes the list - but it quietly shapes how kids grow, play and recover every day. Here's a simple, no-jargon guide.
Why kids need protein
Protein is the building material for muscles, bones, skin, hair and the enzymes that keep the body running. Children are building all of these at the same time, so relative to their body size, they need more protein than most adults do.
How much is enough?
Needs depend on age, body weight and how active your child is. Indian dietary guidance (ICMR-NIN) puts the requirement for school-age children at roughly 0.9 g of protein per kg of body weight per day. For a 25 kg child, that's about 22-23 g a day; for a 35 kg child, about 31-32 g.
That sounds easy - until you look at a typical day. A bowl of poha, a roti-sabzi lunch and a biscuit snack can fall well short, especially for picky eaters.
Good food sources first
Dals and legumes : rajma, chana, moong, sprouts
Dairy or plant alternatives : curd, paneer, tofu, soy milk
Eggs, fish and chicken for non-vegetarian families
Nuts and seeds : peanuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds
Whole grains : ragi, oats, millets
A balanced plate should always come first. A supplement is there to fill gaps, not replace meals.
When a kids' protein powder can help
Your child is a picky eater and skips dal, eggs or paneer
They play sports and have long, active days
Breakfast is rushed or often skipped
What to look for on the label
Made for kids : not an adult or bodybuilding formula
No added sugar : many kids' drinks are mostly sugar
A clear age range on the pack
Third-party lab reports you can actually read
How DailyMonk Kids fits in
DailyMonk Kids Protein is made for children aged 7 years and above. Each serve gives 11.5 g of plant protein from pea, pumpkin seed and brown rice, plus DHA, probiotics and 22 vitamins and minerals - with 0 g added sugar, sweetened with stevia and monk fruit. Every batch is tested by an independent lab, and the reports are on our lab report page.
Mix one scoop in milk or a smoothie as part of breakfast or an after-school snack.
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This article is for general information. If your child has a medical condition or allergies, please check with your paediatrician before adding any supplement.
