Every baby is different, and so are its likes and dislikes. As a new mom, it can be an overwhelming experience trying to tune in to your baby’s food habits. There’s so much information available on the internet that it’s hard to know what’s worth considering. Should you feed your baby nuts? Does your baby’s food necessarily have to be bland? We will answer some of these myths below:
Myth: Babies need fat
Fact: Yes, but the right kind of fat
Fats are very important for a baby’s development and a core nutrient for neural and cognitive development. In fact, 30 to 40% of a child’s total calorie intake should come from fats. But this should primarily come in the form of good fats such as polyunsaturated fats and monounsaturated fats. Foods such as avocados, hemp seeds, chia and flax seeds are rich in PUFA, while nuts such as almonds, pecans, and oils such as olive oil are a good source of MUFA. Although saturated fats and cholesterol are important, they should be used sparingly. Fat found in beef, bacon, coconut, etc. are examples of SFA rich food. Too much fat intake can lead to developmental issues in children, especially when it comes to performing physical tasks like walking, running, etc.
Myth: Children should not be fed allergenic food until they’re 2 or 3:
Fact: This varies from child to child
If one or both the parents or a sibling has an allergic disease, it is best to consult your pediatrician before feeding allergenic foods like fish, peanuts, eggs, etc. Otherwise, it is okay to feed your baby allergenic foods early on. You should speak with your pediatrician and follow their guidelines about introducing these foods. Researchers have now found that early exposure to high-allergenic foods helps reduces your baby’s risk of developing atopic dermatitis (eczema) and other allergies later in life.
Myth: Making your baby’s food is always the best option
Fact: You don’t have to feel guilty about not making your baby’s food.
Sure, you don’t want to feed your child store-bought food blends that include high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, and stabilizers. But there are healthy alternatives that do not require you to spend hours in the kitchen boiling, chopping, and pureeing every meal for your baby. At Little Spoon, we cold-press out food to ensure it does not lose its nutritional value or flavor. Unlike heat processing, Cold Pressure destroys bacteria to keep food safe, yet it remains wholesome and nutritious. Our organic baby food delivery service is perfect for busy parents who are looking for tasty, healthy, and readymade baby food blends for their little ones. You also get to create a personalized meal plan suited for your baby’s nutritional individual needs.
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