Under normal circumstances, babies have special constitutions and cannot eat cooking oil if they are too young. They can eat oil when they are about six months old, and walnut oil is a very good choice because walnuts The oil is rich in linoleic acid, linolenic acid, phospholipids and other important substances for brain function metabolism and nerve cells. Their content in walnut oil is close to that of breast milk, and they are easily absorbed and have a great impact on the development of the baby's brain and cranial nerves. important role. Walnut oil also contains antioxidants such as squalene and polyphenols, which can promote the growth and development of babies.
Types of oils for babies:
1. The taste of olive oil will be different due to different olive fruits. Extra virgin olive oil will have a spicy taste, but the taste will be different. Heavy or light, there are olive oils on the market that taste slightly better. Moreover, if babies eat olive oil mixed with food, the taste will be masked by the taste of food.
2. Extra virgin olive oil is cold-pressed at low temperature using purely physical methods without any heat treatment or chemical treatment. Olive oil contains higher levels of unsaturated fatty acids than any vegetable oil. It is rich in vitamins A, D, E, F, K, carotene and other fat-soluble vitamins, antioxidants and other ingredients, and does not contain cholesterol, so the human body has a very high digestion and absorption rate. For babies, olive oil helps balance metabolism and promotes nervous system, bone and brain development in children. It is completely suitable for external use and direct consumption by babies, so please rest assured, mother.
Eating oil content:
1. 6-12 months: The recommended amount is 5-10 grams, such as in various porridges, pastes or small noodles, and finally dripped in A few drops will do. Babies at this stage get about 30-40% of their total calories from cooking oil every day. The appropriate amount is 5-10 grams per day, which is equivalent to half a spoon to a spoonful of household porcelain spoons.
2. 1-3 years old: The recommended daily amount of cooking oil for babies is 20-25 grams. During this period, basically all foods can be eaten. It is recommended that mothers fry some vegetables and meat for their children. As the baby gets older, the number of calories obtained from cooking oil will gradually decrease to 20-30 per day. The total amount of oil recommended by experts is 20-25 grams per day, which is two spoons per day.