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Can you give baby sweets? When can you give them cookies and cakes? Leading organizations agree - babies and young toddlers should not receive regular offerings of sweets in the first 2 years of life. Why? Sugary treats are highly palatable (yummy!), offer considerable energy (calories), and few nutrients. Early introduction to sweet flavors may lead to higher preferences for sweets later on. But to me, the most important reason to avoid them for as long as possible? Your baby’s tummy can only hold so much food at a time, and their need for nutrients (for body, brain and bone development) is HIGH. We want babies to have a highly nutritious diet! This becomes more difficult when we add sweets in to the eating pattern. Does that mean giving up on the ultra-cute 1st birthday cake smash? Special occasion treats are probably fine, as long as they don’t become part of the eating routine. Want more information on sweets for babies?  https://lnkd.in/e6q9aJw3 #nutritionist #holisticnutrition #pediatricdietitian #dietitianapproved #thenourishedchildblueprint #parentingtips

5 Foods to Nourishing Your Bones During Menopause and Perimenopause   Food 1: Leafy Greens 🌿 Rich in calcium and vitamin K. Strengthens bones and aids in calcium absorption.   Food 2: Avocado Excellent source of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids. Supports calcium absorption and bone health.   Food 3: Sesame or Tahini  High in calcium and vitamin D. Essential for maintaining strong and healthy bones.   Food 4: Nuts and Seeds  Packed with magnesium and phosphorus. Promotes bone density and overall skeletal health.   Food 5: Plant Proteins  Like beans, legumes, tofu, quinoa, tempeh, and edamame. Supports muscle health, reducing strain on bones.   Your bones deserve love and care. If you have any questions or need guidance, don't hesitate to reach out.  I'm here to support your journey to be strong and healthy in every phase of life! ✨  #BoneHealth #OsteoporosisPrevention #NutritionForWomen #MenopauseSupport #RajithaWellness #StrongBonesJourney #HealthTipsForHer #AskMeAnything #EmpowerYourBones #HolisticWellBeing"

Thank you to EatingWell for this great high-iron recipe that we have chosen to feature this month. This Tofu and Mushroom Stirfry is delicious and a nutritional powerhouse. It's incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for a quick, hassle-free weeknight meal. A half-cup (126-gram) serving of tofu provides 3.4 mg of iron, 19% of the daily value (DV) for iron per serving and is rich in protein and minerals. It's good to remember that certain varieties of mushrooms also contain high amounts of iron (tip: oyster mushrooms contain up to twice as much iron as button mushrooms). Tofu is also a good source of thiamine and several minerals, including calcium, magnesium, and selenium. It provides 22 grams of protein per serving. The Daily Value (DV) for iron is 8-18 mg for non-pregnant adults (during pregnancy, more iron is needed primarily to supply the growing fetus and placenta and to increase the maternal red cell mass). A deficiency can occur if your intake is too low to replace the amount you lose daily. Iron deficiency can cause anemia and lead to symptoms like fatigue. Menstruating women who don’t consume iron-rich foods are at a particularly high risk of deficiency. Visit our website at https://lnkd.in/g2H57uES to view the full recipe and cooking instructions. Happy eating! #eatwell #mushrooms #tofu #highiron #highironfoods #ironrichrecipes #ironforhealth #recipeofthemonth 

☀ Our body needs iron to help move oxygen around our bodies. ☀ When our kids are getting enough iron from food, they will have plenty of energy for play and learning. ☀ When a kid’s body is not receiving enough iron from food, they may feel tired, irritable, lethargic, short of breath, appear pale, or experience headaches or dizziness. ☀ Your child’s food diary will show if they are eating enough iron from food. Iron Deficiency however, can only be diagnosed by blood test. The test result determines the right supplementation for your child. ☀ Your child may benefit from an iron supplement if they don’t eat animal products (meat, poultry, fish or eggs), iron-fortified cereals or breads, or plant-based sources including spinach, nuts, legumes. Supplements may also be helpful if your child drinks a lot of milk. To help the body absorb iron from plant-based foods, include vitamin C rich foods: ✔ a small glass of OJ or strawberries with cereal ✔ carrot and capsicum sticks with hummus ✔ kiwi fruit and spinach in a smoothie-style ice-block. ☀ We know that for some kiddos, exploring colourful and different flavours and textures can feel challenging. If exploring these foods with their senses doesn’t feel good right now, we encourage you to discuss alternate options with your Dietitian. The Kids Dig Food team Eat Happy ❤ #kidsdigfood #familydietitian #paediatricdietitian #kidsdietitian #responsivefeeding #helpforparents #familyfeeding #healthykids #familymeals #feedingkids #feedingteens #feedingtweens #eatingskills #eatingindependence #competenteaters

RABBIT FOOD STRAWBERRY 🍓 Yummy! Strawberries make a delicious and nutritious treat for rabbits! Here are some key points: *Benefits:* Rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants Supports healthy digestion Good source of fiber *Feeding tips:* Wash strawberries thoroughly before serving Remove stems and leaves (only feed the fruit) Offer in moderation (1-2 strawberries per pound of body weight per day) 4. Mix with other fruits and veggies for variety *Important:* Avoid giving rabbits strawberry tops or leaves, as they can be toxic Don't overfeed, as strawberries are high in sugar Rabbits love strawberries, and they make a great reward or snac Here are five possible hashtags related to "The rabbit food Strawberry": 1. #RabbitLoveStrawberries 2. #StrawberriesForBunnies 3. #FreshFruitsForRabbits 4. #RabbitFoodieFun 5. #BunnyApprovedStrawberries These hashtags could be used on social media platforms like Instagram to share information or photos of rabbits enjoying strawberries, or to connect with other rabbit owners who feed their pets fresh fruits and veggies!

WAYS TO MAKE YOUR CHICKEN LAY MORE. 1. Access to clean water: They need clean, fresh water every day to support their bodily needs. If hens become dehydrated they will not lay eggs and it will take them a few days to start laying again. 2. Reducing Stress Chickens can get stressed by small and inconsequential things such as a change of feed, loud noises, a squirrel in the run, and other trivial things that we would not even think about. 3. Calcium A hen that lacks calcium will lay soft-shelled or shell-less eggs. Soft shell eggs look like regular eggs but when you pick them up, they are not hard they are quite malleable in the hand. A shell-less egg looks exactly like it sounds, there may be a thin membrane holding everything inside, but there is no solid shell. 4. Enough Space Inside the coop, each chicken should have 4 square feet of space, and outside in the run, they each need at least 8 square feet. Just remember that crowding them can lead to health and behavioral issues. By giving them enough space you are providing for their mental and emotional well-being. A happy and content chicken is going to be healthier and more productive than a hen that is unhappy and depressed. 5. Parasites And Bugs Bugs are not only irritating but they can be very bad for your hens’ health. Mites in particular will suck your hens’ blood overnight. In severe cases, this can lead to anemia and death, even in mild cases the hens are made miserable by the biting and skin irritation. Lice can cause intense irritation and damage to their feathers. 7. Support in molting The molt is a miserable time for your chickens. They are losing old battered feathers and replacing them with beautiful new ones, but it can be painful for them. Those new feathers coming in are full of blood and nerve supplies which makes them exquisitely sensitive to the touch, so try not to handle them when they are in this period of growth. During the molt, your chickens will not lay eggs. You will need to increase their protein intake from 20% to 22% during their molt. Also, make sure they have enough vitamins and trace elements by giving them a powder supplement in their water once every couple of weeks (too much is as bad as not enough). 8. Quality feed If you want your hens to lay lots of eggs then you need to feed them good-quality nutrition. Chicken feed is relatively cheap and trying to save money by buying cheap quality or cutting rations with extra corn or scratch will hurt your flock's egg laying.If you are raising them from chicks then they must have a high protein (20%) feed to grow and develop properly. As your chicks get older and become pullets they should move over to a complete layer feed with 16% protein. 9. Picking The Right Breed This is without doubt the single most important item on the list.If you want your hen to lay lots of eggs then do not buy breeds that are known to be poor egg layers.

Vegetables are a great way for children to incorporate many essential vitamins and minerals into their diet. There are many children, like adults, that like to refuse vegetables in their diet. It is important to introduce vegetables early on in a child’s life so they are familiar with them as they get older. It is also important as adults that we show our children how important it is to include vegetables in the diet. Children will often mimic what their parents do. Therefore, if they see their parents eating vegetables, they might be more willing to give them a try. https://lnkd.in/gyGPwdRh!

Is It Safe To Give Ghee To Babies? - When To Start Ghee For Babies? When it comes to taking care of our little bundles of joy, every mother wants the best for their baby. In nourishing my baby I used ghee as the main ingredient in my baby's diet. In this article, I will explore all the queries like how to introduce ghee to babies, when to start, the benefits of ghee for your little ones, and also how to make organic ghee at home.

𝙒𝙃𝙔 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝘽𝘼𝘽𝙔 𝙉𝙀𝙀𝘿𝙎 𝘾𝘼𝙇𝘾𝙄𝙐𝙈 The importance of calcium whether for your baby who's still in the womb or the one whom you can now touch hand-to-hand. CALCIUM IS A MUST AND HERE ARE SOME OF THE REASONS WHY: ❤️ Build strong bones and teeth. ❤️ Grow a healthy heart, nerves, and muscles. ❤️ Build a normal heart rhythm. ❤️ Improve blood clotting activities. __________ Practical ideas for increasing calcium in your baby/toddler's meal: 💕 Serve cereal or porridge with milk for breakfast. 💕 Use calcium-fortified instant oats, mix in a porridge form with milk and water. For children who don’t like porridge, calcium-enriched instant oats can also be used for baking, e.g. muffins and cookies. 💕 Serve fruit with yogurt or vinuels pap. 💕 Make milkshakes or smoothies with fruit or milkshake powder. 💕 Add cheese to pasta, rice dishes, mashed potato, soups, vegetables, salads. What resonates with you? Do you give your baby milk, yogurts, and other diary foods or is he/she allergic to them? Please follow, like, repost, and comment on our posts. My name is Vivian Ifeanyi, the CEO of Vinuels Wholefoods. We are a nutrition label dedicated to providing nourishing and delicious meals like various types of pap for babies and toddlers. We are also committed to sharing valuable content to help parents a improve their healthy lifestyles. If this and more is part of what you need, then, we are your go-to person. Kindly follow, like, share, and comment on our post. Thank you. Picture: A beautiful mom's cute baby (the internet). #vinuelswholefoods #digitalakamuseller #naturalgoodnesswholesomeliving #vivianifeanyi

Can cats eat fruits? Fruits are superfood with high water percent and essential nutrients like vitamins and minerals. But cats don’t have sweet taste receptors unlike dogs. Moreover, sugar is an unwanted additive in feline diet. However, as fruits are full of fiber which is also essential for intestine. Let see which fruits are safe for our cats and which aren’t. Mango is full of vitamins A, B6 and C and is safe. Small portions of the fleshy part can boost cat’s immune system, the fiber help improve bowel movements. Apples are toxic for feline friend due to the cyanide content of their seeds. And contain a high level of sugar. Grapes are toxic to both cats and dogs, may cause serious problems like kidney failure, also diarrhea, vomiting. Bananas are fine for their high fiber and magnesium content. But we should remember about high level of sugar. Cats can take a small bite. Citrus fruits are toxic for fluffy friend! Can develop weakness, diarrhea, photosensitivity, liver failure, or sudden death. Immediately call vet if cat has taken a bite of these fruits. Pomegranate are safe for cats. Rich by antioxidants can boost the immune system but its seeds can be a choking hazard. Watermelon contains vitamins C and A, are high in sugar. But occasionally we can give to our feline without seeds. Kiwi is non-toxic to cats and beneficial to their digestive system. Papaya is fine in small amount because of vitamins, minerals. Importantly to remove all the seeds before to feed. #tecnicoveterinario #vettech