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… 69i Child Nutrition Series Why is iron important for my child? Iron is a mineral … more than just human milk (breast milk) or infant formula to meet their growing nutrient … products may have iron added to them, such as fortified infant cereal, biscuits and puffs. …
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… year and older Strips of pancakes made with iron fortified infant cereal, blueberry puree Shredded tofu …
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… o-shaped oat cereal Muffins made with iron fortified infant cereal topped with plain yogurt Lunch …
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… 68d Nutrition Series Why do I need iron? Iron is a mineral that your body uses to … substitutes. Other foods such as breakfast cereal, infant cereal and pasta may also have added …
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… a baby’s nutrient needs. Some babies are fed infant formula, which already has added … need more nutrients at this time, especially iron. Your baby may be ready for solid foods … cooked egg, lentils, beans and tofu Iron-fortified infant cereal Smooth peanut, tree …
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… 68c Nutrition Series Why is iron important? Iron is a mineral that your … eggs. It may be added to breakfast cereal, infant cereal and pasta How can I get the most … to help you get the most iron: Iron fortified breakfast cereal (non-heme iron) …
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… such as toast or crackers, or mix them into infant cereal Do not offer whole peanuts, nuts … and snacks for your baby, remember to: Offer iron-rich foods at least 2 times each day Use … like cheddar Whole grain food ideas: Iron-fortified infant cereal Unsweetened O-shaped …
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… Overview From birth, infants follow their internal hunger and … able to breastfeed your baby, feed your baby iron-fortified formula . Babies don't need any …
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… giving your baby solid foods Breast milk or iron-fortified formula is the only food that babies … iron-rich foods first, such as iron-fortified infant cereal, finely minced meat or fish, …
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… Condition Basics What is iron deficiency anemia? Iron deficiency anemia … children, follow recommendations for feeding infants. Make sure that babies and children … vegetables, and whole grains such as iron-fortified cereals. Get the most benefit from …