APT diet solutions by Apeksha Thakkar

  Foods to be introduced after Infancy (0-1 Years) Infancy is the most significant phase, where a new born gets complete exposure to new world, developing distinct relationship with the people and food. Infants tiny digestive organs are still under progress and a special heed should be paid to ensure infants overall development isn’t hampered.  As every mother wants the best for her new born, a special guideline will help anxious mums to make the wise choices and avoid giving certain food items in the first year of child's life. FOODS WHICH CAN WAIT TILL INFANT'S FIRST BIRTHDAY Honey: -  Honey in any form (raw, organic, cooked) should be strictly prohibited during infancy phase, there are chances of infant getting affected with ‘Infant Botulinum’ toxicity. Clostridium Botulinum present in honey can be dreadful and an infant can show persistent symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea. It can be life threatening. It is better honey is introduced in infants’ diet after 1 s...

Fruits being extremely packed with powerful antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and fiber, play a non-negotiable role in child’s nutrition. They are extremely handy, appropriate, appetizing and nutrient rich option, especially during the initial phase of    successful weaning. It is important to understand that the natural form of fruits (thoroughly cleaned and raw form) can gain maximum health benefits. The fruits, listed below, can be introduced during infancy to inculcate the habit of eating fruits. Chickoo : – Generally known as ‘Sapota’. Chickoo is considered as an ideal option for consumption during infancy as it is loaded with antioxidants (which help to build immune response, keeping baby free from any sort of infection) and is also digested efficiently. Chickoo is a sweet treat within itself and is loaded with vitamin A and C. Banana : – Banana is usually considered as food genius. It is loaded with vital nutrients like potassium and fiber. Bananas are easy to diges...