Scallion (Green Onion)

No. Scallions present a low risk when safely prepared for a child’s age and developmental ability, though, in theory, an individual could choke on any food. To reduce the risk, prepare and serve scallions in an age-appropriate way. 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.

No. Allergic reactions to scallions are rare, but possible allergies to other members of the onion family have been reported. People who are sensitive to garlic or onions may also be sensitive to scallions as they are members of the same family of plants, the lily family. Additionally, individuals who are sensitive to mugwort and birch pollen and/or foods in the Apiaceae family (such as carrot, fennel, and celery) may be sensitive to scallions, something called mugwort-celery-spice syndrome. While information on Oral Allergy Syndrome and scallions is limited, individuals with Oral Allergy Syndrome (also called pollen food allergy syndrome), and in particular, those with sensitivities to grass pollen or mugwort pollen (a weed), may also be sensitive to other vegetables within the lily family. Oral Allergy Syndrome typically results in short-lived itching or burning in the mouth and is unlikely to result in a dangerous reaction. Cooking scallions may help minimize the reaction.

As you would when introducing any new food, start by offering a small quantity for the first few servings. If there is no adverse reaction, gradually increase the quantity over future meals.

Yes. Scallions contain fiber, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K, as well as trace amounts of calcium, copper, and iron. It also contains an amazing plant compound called kaempferol, which may have anti-cancer properties, amongst many other beneficial phytonutrients such as carotenoids, polyphenols, and more.

Termina la comida y ofrécele una toma de pecho o biberón. Nunca presiones a un/a bebé o a un/a niño/a para que coma; a largo plazo esto sólo empeorará el rechazo a los alimentos. Los bebés rechazan la comida por diferentes motivos, como la dentición, una enfermedad, demasiado cansancio, o falta de energía o interés en aprender una nueva habilidad. Para obtener más información sobre por qué el/la bebé puede negarse a comer, consulta nuestra guía Cómo responder al rechazo de los alimentos en los bebés. 

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.