Can babies eat prunes? Let’s take a look at these suggestions

Prunes are produced in the southwest of France. They are very popular in our country because of their good taste and high nutritional value. The antioxidants contained in prunes have anti-aging and physical fitness effects, and prunes are also a good food for weight loss. Many people ask if babies can eat prunes? So let’s discuss this issue today.

Babies can eat prune puree. The appearance of prune puree is also convenient for babies to eat. It is a recognized fact that prunes are rich in nutritional value, and both children and adults can eat prunes directly. However, it is impossible for babies who have not yet grown teeth to eat prunes directly, and the baby's gastrointestinal function is not yet perfect, making it difficult for them to digest. Therefore, it is a good choice to make prunes into prune puree for babies to eat.

For babies over 4 months old, breastfeeding alone cannot meet their nutritional needs, so complementary foods can be gradually added. When the baby is 4 months old, you can gradually add complementary foods. The principle of adding complementary foods is that they should be easy to digest and not prone to allergies. Try to eat rice noodles, porridge, noodles, etc. You can eat some prune puree, but don't eat too much to avoid indigestion. Prunes are a very good fruit for aiding digestion and preventing constipation. The fruit puree is fragrant, sweet and has a smooth texture. Babies can supplement a variety of nutrients by eating prune puree. Moreover, when the seasons change, many babies will suffer from constipation. Eating prune puree can be used to relieve and prevent constipation.

It is not recommended to feed babies prune puree too early, because the baby's stomach is not particularly easy to digest these things. You can start adding prune puree to the baby as a complementary food when the baby is five or six months old. But you should add less at the beginning, and you can add more if the baby doesn’t have diarrhea. In addition, don't feed too much each time, especially for the first time. It is best for babies to eat fresh seasonal fruit puree, which is more nutritious and healthier. Mothers can make it themselves at home.