What oil is best for one-year-old babies?

In the first few months after the baby is born, breast milk is the main source of nutrition. When the baby grows to one year old, he can actually eat some oil appropriately. Because the digestive function of a one-year-old baby is not yet perfect, the oil that children of this age eat is naturally different from that of adults. To choose the oil suitable for a one-year-old baby, first of all, you must pay attention to the safety and hygiene of the oil, and secondly, pay attention to whether the oil is easy to digest and whether it contains the nutrients needed for the baby's growth and development.

In this world of oils, mothers are overwhelmed by the choices. Which oil is the healthiest and most suitable for babies?

Fat and intellectual development are closely related

*The World Health Organization points out that linolenic acid plays an indispensable role in human development and health, and recommends that all infant food formulas and food ingredients should contain linolenic acid.

*The brain is made up of fat, and 70% of the fatty acids needed by the human body come from edible oil, so healthy edible oil has a great impact on IQ.

*The article "Nutrition of the Brain" (Jane Capper, USA) suggests that unsaturated fatty acids (oleic acid) can improve memory.

Oil suitable for babies

Cooking oils rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as flaxseed oil, are preferred.

Flaxseed oil is rich in ω-3 unsaturated fatty acids, namely α-linolenic acid, which can be converted into DHA in the human body and has a good effect on the development of the brain and nervous system of the fetus and baby.

Secondly, choose cooking oils rich in omega-9 monounsaturated fatty acids, such as olive oil and tea seed oil.

Olive oil is rich in ω-9 unsaturated fatty acids, and the antioxidant components in it can prevent many chronic diseases. Since olive oil does not undergo any chemical treatment during the production process, its natural nutrients remain very intact, making it just right for babies to eat.

The oil composition and nutritional components of tea seed oil are very similar to those of olive oil. Camellia seed oil can not only lower cholesterol, but also improve the baby's immunity, enhance the digestive function of the gastrointestinal tract, and promote the production of minerals and the absorption of calcium. In addition, camellia oil is a natural fat that is closer to human milk, and is an excellent food for babies. The vitamin E and antioxidant ingredients in it can not only prevent diseases, but also have a beauty effect on nourishing the skin.

Make your own blended oil with a reasonable proportion

The recommended ratio is 1 part flaxseed oil to 2 to 3 parts peanut oil or soybean oil. The effect will be better if it is mixed with olive oil and tea seed oil.

Choose cooking oils that are low in omega-6 fatty acids.