Since the age of 6 months, babies have started to be able to eat their first food, such as fruits, vegetables, and various other types of food. But, not all food can be given you know, Mother. There are certain foods and drinks that you should avoid for babies under 1 year old.
Providing food and drinks that are not appropriate for babies under 1 year, can increase the risk of babies experiencing health problems, ranging from tooth decay, digestive disorders, to food poisoning. Come on, find out what foods and drinks must be avoided by babies under 1 year old!
Foods and Drinks That Cannot Be Given to Babies
Some of the foods and drinks below should not be consumed by babies under the age of 1 year:
1. Honey
Sugary foods derived from bees should not be given to babies under the age of 1 year. This is because honey contains bacteria that can cause babies to experience botulism and can be fatal.
2. Beans
Giving nuts in whole form to babies should be avoided, because it can make them choke. Mother can still introduce peanuts to Little One, but preferably in a soft form, such as peanut butter. Give in small portions first, Bun.
3. Vegetables or fruit with a hard or too large texture
Raw vegetables that have a hard texture such as carrots should also be avoided to be given to babies under the age of years. Giving a baby raw vegetables that are hard can increase the risk of a baby choking.
In addition, Mother should also avoid giving babies canned food and fruit with large shapes. Like grapes and strawberries. If you still want to give baby fruit, Mother can cut it into small pieces first.
4. Fruit with sour taste
Oranges, lemons, grapes, and fruits with a sour taste indeed feels very refreshing for adults to consume. However, these fruits should instead be avoided for infants. This is because these fruits can increase the risk of babies experiencing nausea.
5. Foods that contain saturated fat
Biscuits are one snack that is often given to babies. However, not all biscuits may be consumed by babies you know, Bun.
Biscuits that are commonly eaten by adults generally contain a lot of saturated fat, and this is not good to give to babies under 1 year old. If you still want to give biscuits to your little one, you should choose a special baby biscuits that contain low saturated fat.
6. Foods that are high in salt
Mother also should not give your child foods that contain lots of salt. This is because the baby's kidneys cannot process salt properly. For example, foods that are high in salt are fast food and instant foods.
7. Sweet drinks
Avoid giving babies sweet drinks that contain lots of sugar, such as juice or bottled drinks. If you often consume sugary drinks, babies are more at risk of tooth decay and diarrhea.
8. Drinks that contain caffeine
Avoid giving your child drinks that contain caffeine, such as coffee, tea, and soft drinks, Bun. This is because caffeine can cause babies to experience headaches, lack of calcium, and tooth decay.
Knowing the types of foods and drinks that should be avoided for babies under 1 year can help Mother to arrange a safe food menu for your child. If necessary, you can also consult with your pediatrician about foods that should be avoided by your child according to their health conditions.
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