Foods that should not be given to babies up to age 3 are those rich in sugar, fat, dyes, and chemical preservatives such as soft drinks, jellies, candy, and stuffed biscuits.
In addition, it is also important to avoid foods that increase the risk of allergies at least until the first year of age, such as cow's milk, peanut, soy, egg white and seafood, especially oc amaran.
Here are 12 foods that should be avoided by infants under 3 years of age.
1. Sweets
Every child is born knowing how to appreciate the sweet palate, so it is important not to add sugar in the milk or porridge of the babies and not to offer even sweeter foods, such as candies, candies, condensed milk and cakes.
In addition to increasing the addiction by sweet taste, these foods are also rich in artificial colorings and sugars, which can cause allergies in the baby.
2. Chocolate and chocolate
Chocolates, in addition to being rich in sugar, also contain caffeine and fat, increasing the risk of problems such as being overweight, irritability and insomnia.
Although chocolates, although enriched with vitamins and minerals, are also made mainly of sugar, leaving the child addicted to sweets and less willing to eat salable foods, such as fruits and vegetables.
3. Refrigerants
In addition to being high in sugar, they also often contain caffeine and other chemical additives that cause mood swings and irritate the stomach and intestine.
When consumed frequently, soft drinks also promote cavities, increase gas production, and increase the risk of diabetes and childhood obesity. See the malfunctions of soda for children.
4. Industrialized and powdered juices
It is very important to avoid any type of powdered juice and be aware of the label of industrialized juices, because those who have the words refreshment or fruit nectar are not 100% natural juices and do not bring all the benefits of the fruit.
Thus, the only juices recommended for children are those with indication of 100% natural, as they have no added water or sugar. Also, it is important to remember that fresh fruit is always the best choice.
5. Honey
Honey is contraindicated for infants up to 1 year of age, as it may contain the bacterium Clostridium botulinum, which releases toxins in the intestine causing botulism, which causes complications such as difficulty swallowing, breathing and moving, which can lead to death.
This is because the intestinal flora of the baby is not yet fully formed and strengthened to combat the foreign microorganisms that contaminate food, and it is important to avoid using any type of honey. Learn to identify the symptoms of botulism in the baby.
6. Stuffed biscuits
Stuffed biscuits are rich in sugar and fat, ingredients that are harmful to health and increase the risk of problems such as obesity and diabetes.
In addition, stuffed biscuits may also contain cholesterol and trans fats, and only 1 unit is enough to exceed fat recommendations for the baby.
7. Peanut
Oil fruits such as peanuts, nuts and nuts are allergenic foods, which means they are at high risk of causing the baby to develop allergy and have serious problems such as difficulty breathing and swelling of the mouth and tongue.
So it is recommended to avoid these fruits until 2 years of age, and be aware of the food label to see if they are contained in the ingredients of the product.
8. Egg, soy, cow's milk and seafood
Just as peanuts, egg whites, cow's milk, soybeans and seafood can also cause allergies in the baby, and should be given only after the first year of the child's life.
Also, it is important to avoid foods and preparations that contain in their composition such as cakes, cookies, yogurts and risottos.
9. Processed meats
Processed and inbuilt meats such as sausage, sausage, bacon, ham, salami and mortadella are rich in fats, dyes and chemical preservatives that raise cholesterol, irritate the intestine and can cause abdominal pain.
10. Package snacks
Packaged snack foods are high in salt and fats due to frying, making eating these foods help increase the risk of cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure.
As an option, one tip is to make the chips at home, using fruits or vegetables that can be dehydrated in the oven or in the microwave such as potatoes, sweet potatoes and apples. Here's how to make healthy sweet potato chips.
11. Gelatin
Gelatins are rich in dyes and preservatives that can trigger skin allergies in the baby, causing symptoms such as itching, runny nose and blemishes on the skin.
Ideally, they should be given only after the first year of life, and only in small amounts once a week, being always alert to the appearance of signs of allergies. See other symptoms here.
Sweeteners
Sweeteners should only be given to children of any age if they are recommended by the doctor or in cases of diseases such as diabetes.
Replacing sugar with sweetener does not help lessen the addiction by sweet taste, and the child will continue to prefer to consume foods rich in sugar. Thus, to sweeten vitamins, milks or yogurts, one can add fresh fruits, for example.
