When adding complementary foods to the baby, sesame is a good choice, it is beneficial to the baby’s health in many ways:
– Supplementing iron: After 4 to 6 months of birth, the iron elements carried from the mother’s body gradually decrease in the baby’s body, and external supplementation is needed at this time. Sesame is rich in iron, with an iron content of 50.0 milligrams per 100 grams, which helps the baby’s health and is a good source of iron supplementation.
– Promoting bone and tooth development: Sesame is high in calcium, second only to shrimp, which is very beneficial to the healthy growth of the baby’s bones and teeth. Regular consumption of sesame can strengthen the baby’s skeletal system.
– Intellectual development: The unsaturated fatty acids in sesame can activate brain cells, enhance memory and cognitive abilities, and are extremely beneficial to the baby’s intellectual development.
– Relieving constipation: Sesame is rich in fatty oils, about 45% to 55%, which can effectively moisturize the intestines, promote intestinal peristalsis, and help relieve the baby’s constipation problems. When used with honey, the effect is even better.
However, when feeding sesame to the baby, the following points should also be noted:
– Moderate consumption: Sesame has a lubricating effect on the intestines, excessive consumption may cause the baby to have diarrhea. Avoid consumption during diarrhea or loose stools. – Suitable age and form: Babies aged 4 to 6 months should not directly consume whole sesame seeds, as they may cause choking and the outer membrane is difficult to digest. It is recommended to grind them when the baby has chewing ability and then feed them. – Pay attention to food combinations: Eating sesame with kelp benefits blood circulation, but combining it with chicken breast or chicken thighs may affect health, and in severe cases may even be life-threatening. When cooking sesame, avoid mixing it with chicken to prevent adverse reactions. – Light diet is preferable: The baby’s digestive system is delicate, so consuming sesame should avoid high oil and high-temperature cooking to prevent overheating or indigestion.
By properly consuming sesame, you can promote the baby’s healthy growth while ensuring safety.
