When babies start complementary feeding, parents often ask: “When can children start consuming olive oil?” The dilemma of introducing certain foods into the diet of babies and children emphasizes how important a careful approach to this key stage of development is, and it should also be remembered that the proper introduction of solid food shapes the child’s eating habits. <\/p>\n
During the weaning phase, the first steps in introducing solid foods are often challenging. According to the recommendations of ESPGHAN (European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition), you can start complementary foods<\/a> between the fourth and sixth months, with the advice of a paediatrician. Persistence is important, as research shows that babies only accept new flavours after several tries. Research shows that 70% of infants accept a new flavour after eight tries, and 80% of mothers give up after the third try. ESPGHAN recommends avoiding spices until the first year of life, but what about olive oil? <\/p>\n A child can start consuming olive oil as soon as vegetables are introduced into the diet. It is recommended to add one teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil to vegetable purees, which is most often used to start with. Introducing olive oil into a child’s diet has its advantages. Fat intake is extremely important for the proper development of children, and a child can start consuming olive oil around the fifth or sixth month. <\/p>\nWhen can a child start consuming olive oil?<\/h2>\n
How to use and store olive oil<\/h2>\n