Many babies like sweet tasty raspberries, but before introducing a child to such a berry, parents should learn about its properties, the optimal time to introduce it into complementary foods and other nuances that can prevent allergies or other health problems.
Benefit
- It is rich in potassium, iron, vitamin C, carotene, B vitamins, copper, selenium, calcium and other useful compounds.
- Due to the content of organic acids, in particular, salicylic, antipyretic, anti-cold and diaphoretic effect is noted when used.
- It has a beneficial effect on the digestive tract, improving appetite and normalizing digestion.
- Raspberry has a positive effect on the work of the myocardium and the state of the vascular walls, therefore it is recommended for problems with the cardiovascular system.
- Its use helps in strengthening the immune system.
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Minuses
- Often, an allergic reaction occurs, manifested by skin redness, nausea, or a rash.
- Due to the high fiber content, fresh raspberries are not advised to be consumed for diseases of the digestive tract.
At what age can you introduce into complementary foods?
The bright color warns against early introduction of complementary foods. It is advised to offer it to breastfed babies only from the age of one. Artificial kids can be introduced to such a berry a little earlier - from 10 months.
How to give?
Acquaintance begins with fresh ripe berries. The crumb is offered one little thing or even half of the berry during breakfast. If by the end of the day there is no negative reaction to raspberries, the number of berries per day is gradually increased to 50-100 g.
In addition to fresh raspberries, children can be offered this berry as a filling for pies and dumplings, and as a jam. It is also added to yoghurts, cocktails, cottage cheese, muffins, jellies, compotes.
Can I give at a temperature?
Tea with raspberries has long been used for colds, since this berry has the property of lowering body temperature in case of fever.
Since the child begins to sweat more after eating raspberries, in addition to this drink, he should be given another liquid to avoid dehydration. In addition, raspberries are not used to reduce fever in babies under one year old.
Tips for choosing
When choosing raspberries for a small child, pay special attention to the quality of the berries. Ideally, the berries should be picked from your garden, but if you buy them from the market, inspect and smell the product. Buy dry, whole and not crushed berries with a bright color and pleasant aroma.
In many cases, the seller gives one raspberry to taste, so that the buyer is convinced of its sweet taste. This will help you choose tasty berries and not add sugar to it. Do not buy a damaged product with rotten or moldy areas.
What to do if you have an allergy?
If the baby reacted to a ripe berry with an allergic reaction, it is necessary to wait a few more months with the introduction into complementary foods. If the crumbs are prone to allergies, it is advised to treat the child with raspberries no earlier than 3 years of age.
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