Attention New Parents! Baby Food Taboos Are Related To Health, Come And Learn About Them

Looking at the soft little baby in their arms, first-time parents are always cautious in the way of feeding, but it is inevitable to step into misunderstandings.

The baby's intestines and stomach are like the delicate stamens. The digestive system has not yet fully developed and the mucous membrane is thin and tender. If you encounter even a little bit of inappropriate food, it is very likely to cause discomfort and even have a negative impact on long-term health.

After taking the first bite of complementary food, what kind of food to eat, how to eat it, and when to eat become the core points that the whole family pays attention to.

Today, we will put aside those complicated theories and use the methods closest to real life to sort out those taboos in baby diet that are easily overlooked, helping you avoid misunderstandings so that your baby can eat healthily and grow strong.

Before one year old, stay away from these “good things”

Many things that we adults regard as "nutritional" or "delicious" can be said to be burdensome or even dangerous for babies under one year old.

The first thing to bear the brunt is Honey .

Babies under one year old may be poisoned. The intestinal flora barrier is fragile and cannot effectively inhibit the growth of botulinum spores that may be contained in honey. This will lead to various symptoms such as constipation, weakness in sucking, and weak crying.

Therefore, do not give honey water or honey products to your baby before he is one year old.

followed by fresh milk (Including goat milk).

The protein content in fresh milk is too high, which will increase the burden on the immature kidneys of newborn babies, and the casein in it is not easily digested and may interfere with the absorption of iron.

Before one year old, breast milk or formula milk is the ideal staple food for your baby.

The "invisible killer" in the early stages of complementary feeding

When babies are around 6 months old, they start to add complementary foods. This stage is also full of traps.

juice That's a typical example.

It tastes good and babies like to drink it. However, it has low nutritional density and high sugar content, which can easily occupy the baby's stomach capacity and affect milk intake, leading to malnutrition.

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that it is best not to give juice before one year of age, and after one year of age, the amount should also be strictly limited.

the other is salt and sugar .

Babies under one year old must not add any salt to their complementary foods, because the baby's kidneys have a limited ability to excrete sodium. If salt is added too early, it will increase the risk of high blood pressure in the future.

Likewise, added sugar can develop a sweet taste in your baby and increase the risk of dental caries and obesity.

The original taste of food is rich enough for babies.

Foods that may cause allergies and indigestion

The baby's immune system is in a learning state, and the baby's digestive system is also in a learning state. Certain foods can easily become allergens, and certain foods can easily cause digestive disorders.

Egg white contains small protein molecules, which can easily penetrate the intestinal wall and enter the bloodstream to cause allergies. It is recommended to start adding egg yolk at about 8 months old, and then try whole eggs after one year old.

In the food field, seafood such as shrimps and crabs are high-protein foods that can easily cause allergies. It is recommended that children be added cautiously after they are one year old, and that they should pay attention to observe whether there are reactions such as rashes and diarrhea.

Products made from wheat, such as noodles and steamed buns that you usually eat, contain gluten. Some babies may be intolerant to this substance. You should take a small amount when you first add it, and pay attention to it.

In addition, citrus fruits such as oranges and tangerines are relatively acidic, which may cause irritation to the baby's esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. After 6 months, the baby can try to eat a small amount of fruit puree, but do not drink juice.

"Dangerous elements" who pose a risk of suffocation

This is the category that parents need to be most vigilant about!

When children are under 3 years old, their chewing and swallowing coordination skills are relatively poor, and certain foods can easily get stuck in the throat and cause suffocation.

The food that should be recommended first is jelly. It is smooth and elastic. Once it is sucked into the trachea, it will become very difficult to remove. This situation is extremely dangerous. So it is best not to give it to young children.

Nuts, whole grapes, cherry tomatoes, popcorn

If you need to wait, you have to chop or crush it before giving it to the baby. Tangyuan, rice cakes, and peanut butter have a sticky texture and can easily stick to the throat. An adult must supervise them when eating them, and they must be divided into very small portions.

Remember one principle: the food for young children should be soft, small, and easy to melt.

"Children's Food" Traps That Are Easily Overlooked

Many foods on the market labeled as "children's" may not be suitable for babies.

For example, for foods such as children's cheese and children's yogurt, you must carefully check the ingredient list, and then choose the ones with no added sugar and low additive content.

Children's meat floss and children's soy sauce are often "reduce salt but not sodium", and it is not recommended to add them to children under one year old.

There is glucose water, unless it is specifically recommended by a doctor to treat hypoglycemia. So, for healthy babies, there is no need to drink it. Moreover, inappropriate concentrations may cause damage to the intestines.

These traditional “supplements” may not be helping

Elders always want to give their children a "supplement", but some supplements may be counterproductive.

Ginseng, royal jelly, pollen, etc. may contain substances similar to hormones. Long-term use or large amounts may interfere with the baby's own endocrine status, leading to precocious puberty and premature epiphyseal closure, thereby affecting height.

For healthy babies under 5 years old, if their daily diet is balanced, it is the most high-quality, excellent and beautiful "supplement", and there is no need to add these other extra things.

Food taboos that older children should also pay attention to

Even as children grow older, there are some dietary principles that still need to be adhered to.

Preserved foods such as salted fish and bacon contain nitrites and other potentially carcinogenic substances. Children should reduce the amount they eat as much as possible or not eat them at all.

Tea contains caffeine, and coffee also contains caffeine. These two substances will affect children's sleep and their calcium and iron absorption, so it is not recommended to give them to children.

Functional drinks, for example, are absolutely prohibited. The high sugar content in them is a burden on children's hearts, and the caffeine contained in them is also a burden on children's nervous systems.

On the road to raising a baby, eating and drinking are top priorities.

The purpose of this taboo list is not to create anxiety, but to create an expectation. This expectation is to help parents build a more scientific feeding concept.

Every baby is unique and special. In addition to following the general principle, what is even more important is that we should observe the various reactions of the baby with a meticulous attitude.

Keep in mind that if you're unsure about whether a certain type of food is edible, "wait" is often the safest option.

With patience and knowledge, we lay the foundation for the baby's health. After such hard work, the baby will definitely be rewarded with a strong body and a bright smile in the future.