Sugerencia de edades
6 meses
Alto contenido de hierro
No
Alérgeno común
No
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Fresh herbs like mint may be introduced as soon as baby is ready to start solids, which is generally around 6 months of age.
Mint is an easy herb to grow at home. It’s a perennial, meaning it returns year after year, and the plant flourishes in pots and garden patches alike. In fact, it acts like a weed, quickly taking over whatever space you give it. There are many varieties to try—from chocolate mint to orange mint to pineapple mint. Most recipes call for spearmint, a milder and sweeter variety than peppermint, the kind of mint that gives chewing gum and toothpaste a distinctive menthol flavor.
Yes. With it’s refreshing smell and bright taste, mint has been used medicinally for thousands of years in tinctures and other therapeutic concoctions. It’s believed to aid digestion, so try adding a little minced mint to fruit and yogurt. As a flavor-forward food, a very little amount of mint goes a long way and baby is not likely to consume enough of the herb to get a ton of nutritional value from it. Nonetheless, mint does contain folate, iron, and vitamins A, C, and K.
★Tip: Treat a bundle of mint like a bouquet of flowers to extend its shelf life. Clip a little off the stem end and place in a cup. Add water until the stem end is submerged in water, and store on the countertop. The mint will last for a week or so, and may even sprout roots in the water.
When chopped, mint should not pose any significant risk, though it’s common for flecks of the leaves to cling to the back of the throat, which can cause a bit of coughing. If this happens, offer your baby a drink from an open cup to help wash it down. Drinking from an open cup (rather than a straw cup) tends to be more helpful in these situations.
For more information, visit our section on gagging and choking and familiarize yourself with common choking hazards.
No, though mint allergies are not unheard of. If your child is sensitive to oregano or thyme, however, take care when introducing mint as these plants are closely related.
As you would when introducing any new food, start by offering a small quantity of mint for the first couple of servings. If there is no adverse reaction, gradually increase the quantity over future mealtimes.
Cada bebé se desarrolla a su propio ritmo, y las sugerencias que ofrecemos sobre cómo cortar o preparar determinados alimentos son generalizaciones para una amplia audiencia.
Incorporate finely minced mint into patties, such as lamb or lentil burgers. Add mint to relishes or sauces to serve alongside fish, grains, or steamed vegetables. Mix into creamy foods like ricotta or yogurt for added flavor.
Mix finely minced mint into bean and lentil dishes. Sprinkle on buttered peas, roasted potatoes, fruit salad, and cubed watermelon.
This is a great age to serve mint with grain salads like quinoa and other whole grains as your toddler becomes more adept at eating these foods. Incorporate mint into pesto and other sauces and dips, such as a garlicky, minty yogurt. Add to smoothies and refreshing drinks like watermelon-mint agua fresca.
Preparing mint for babies.
Preparing mint for babies.
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How often should you offer solids? See our sample feeding schedules for babies of every age.
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