Nabo sueco
Vegetal
Sugerencia de edades
6 meses
Alto contenido de hierro
No
Alérgeno común
No
When can babies have rutabaga?
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Rutabaga may be introduced as soon as baby is ready to start solids, which is generally around 6 months of age.
Centuries ago, wild cabbage crossed with turnip in the northern fields of Asia and Europe, creating the cruciferous vegetable known as rutabaga—a loanword meaning “baggy root” in an old Swedish dialect. Trade brought rutabaga to the United Kingdom, where the vegetable was called Swedish turnip or simply “swede” as a nod to its assumed origin. Today, rutabaga is known as bryukva, gulrófa, kålrot, lanttu, and neep across the northern regions of Europe and Russia. Grocers tend to sell rutabaga that are about the size of a fist, though the root can keep growing when left to sweeten in the soil with the winter frost. Some grow so big that they are carved into lanterns at Halloween and Sauin (Samhain), the Celtic festival marking the transition from harvest-time to winter.
How do you serve rutabaga to babies?
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.
6 months old +:
Offer peeled rutabaga wedges that have been cooked until soft and mashable that baby can grab and munch on. Alternatively, serve mashed rutabaga, either on its own or as a binder for cooked grains, lentils, or seeds. If you’d like to serve rutabaga leaves, cook the greens from young plants (the leaves become bitter and tough as they age), then finely chop and stir into the mashed root, egg dishes, meatballs, or fritters. If you would like to offer a tough cooked leaf to baby, they can use this as a teether to help build a map of the mouth, but don’t expect anything to be chewed or swallowed.
9 months old +:
At this age, babies develop the pincer grasp (where the thumb and forefinger meet), which enables them to pick up smaller pieces of food. When you see signs of this development, try moving down in size and offering bite-sized pieces of peeled rutabaga that have been cooked until soft and mashable. Alternatively, serve raw grated rutabaga, either on its own or mixed into other foods. If you prefer, you can continue to offer cooked, mashed rutabaga. Try not to fret if you see baby trying to shovel food into their mouth: it is normal at this age and a good learning experience for the child as they understand the boundaries of their mouth.
12 months old +:
Continue serving bite-sized pieces of cooked, soft rutabaga, and once a toddler has developed the ability to bite and tear with their teeth, raw rutabaga can be cut into paper-thin slices, which you can serve on their own, dressed with a simple sauce, or mixed with other foods. You can also use cooked rutabaga (mashed or grated) in bean patties, dumplings, fritters, meatballs, and pancakes.
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Is rutabaga a choking hazard for babies?
Yes. Raw or undercooked rutabaga is very firm and challenging to chew, which are qualities that pose a high risk of choking. To reduce the risk, prepare and serve rutabaga in an age-appropriate way as described in the How to Serve section. As always, make sure you create a safe eating environment and stay within an arm’s reach of baby during meals.
Learn the signs of choking and gagging and more about choking first aid in our free guides, Infant Rescue and Toddler Rescue.
Is rutabaga a common allergen?
No. Allergies to rutabaga are not common, though in theory, an individual can be allergic to any food. Individuals who are allergic or sensitive to other members of the cruciferous family, such as mustard greens and broccoli, could in theory be sensitive to rutabaga.
As with all new foods, introduce rutabaga by serving a small quantity and observe as baby eats. If there is no adverse reaction, gradually increase the quantity over future servings.
Is rutabaga healthy for babies?
Yes. Rutabaga is rich in fiber and water, in addition to micronutrients like calcium, folate, magnesium, potassium, and vitamins B6 and C. They also contain plant compounds called glucosinolates that may have anti-cancer properties. Together, these nutrients support baby’s developing gut microbiome, hydration, bone density, brain development, electrolyte balance, metabolic processes, iron absorption, immunity, and more.
★Tip: Once harvested, rutabagas are often coated with inedible paraffin wax to help preserve them for long-term storage. Remove the wax before cooking by scrubbing or peeling the skin.
¿Cuánta comida debo servirle al/a bebé?
Al comienzo, ofrece una pequeña cantidad y confía en que tu bebé sabe cómo mostrar interés si quiere más haciendo ruidos, gestos, o gritando o extendiendo la mano. Ten en cuenta que la mayoría de los bebés entre 6 y 9 meses de edad no consumen muchos alimentos sólidos al principio. Para los bebés de entre 10 y 12 meses de edad, enfócate en ofrecer el equivalente a una comida equilibrada para adultos, pero con porciones más pequeñas. Pon atención a las señales que te da el/la niño/a: cuando el/la bebé te muestre que desea “más”, ofrécele más comida. Cuando el/la bebé muestre señales de “ya terminé”, para de ofrecerle comida.
¿Cuáles son algunos ejemplos de alimentos con los que puedo comenzar?
Hay muchos alimentos que pueden ser excelentes opciones. Busca alimentos que permitan que el/la bebé se alimente solo/a fácilmente, que tengan bajo riesgo de ahogamiento y que ofrezcan los nutrientes que los bebés necesitan, como el hierro. Algunos de nuestros primeros alimentos favoritos incluyen brócoli al vapor, avena, y semilla de mango.
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Dr. Rachel Ruiz
Pediatra general y gastroenteróloga pediátrica
Dr. Sakina Bajowala
Pediatra general y alergóloga/inmunóloga
Kim Grenawitzke
Terapeuta ocupacional pediátrica(o), especialista en alimentación y deglución, y consultora de lactancia certificada por la junta internacional
Venus Kalami
Nutricionista y dietista pediátrico(a) registrada
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