Foods and Drinks You Should Never Give Your Infant!

What are some creative and nutritious snack ideas that you think could be appealing to children, ensuring they enjoy both the taste and nutritional benefits?

Guidelines for Child's Healthy Diet:

Honey:

• Avoid giving honey to infants under 12 months due to the risk of botulism.

Unpasteurized Foods/Beverages:

• Steer clear of unpasteurized items to prevent harmful bacteria exposure.

Added Sugars:

• Limit or avoid foods with added sugars (muffins, flavored yogurts, cookies).
• Children under 24 months should avoid added sugars.

Sugar-Sweetened Drinks:

• Avoid sodas and sports drinks; differentiate from 100% juice options.

Salty Foods:

• Limit high-sodium foods like canned items, processed meats, and certain snacks.

Cow's Milk:

• Avoid giving cow's milk before 12 months to prevent intestinal issues.

Fruit/Vegetable Juice:

• No fruit or vegetable juice for infants under 12 months.
• Limit to 4 ounces or less of 100% juice per day after 12 months.

Caffeinated Beverages:

• Keep children under 2 away from caffeine-containing drinks (soft drinks, tea, coffee, sports drinks).

Source- https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/foods-and-drinks/foods-and-drinks-to-limit.html 

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