Weaning without sugar
Article Abstract:
Parents are becoming more and more conscious that babies should be weaned onto a diet which is low in sugar, aware of reports that sugar is not a dietary necessity, having no nutritional value, and should be consumed as little as possible. Whilst sugar produced naturally in foods is not harmful, refined sugar can contribute to tooth decay and possible obesity as well as partiality for sweet things. Sweets and sugary drinks consumption should be restricted. Diet should be based on foods with a higher nutritional value, such as food which is high in carbohydrates, pulses, vegetables, fruit and protein. During weaning parents should be encouraged to prepare their own food for babies. Commercially produced food is more expensive and can contain additives including sugar. It should not be automatically accepted that so-called low sugar or sugar-free products are as stated.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1992
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Weaning: dietary advice for parents
Article Abstract:
Many mothers are confused about what kind of food they should give their babies when they are being weaned and they are most likely to seek advice from their health visitors. Parents should be encouraged to follow their own instincts when weaning babies but should also be advised to ensure that they are receiving the correct amounts of nutrients. Advice on what foods babies should be given when being weaned is presented.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1996
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Best practice in weaning
Article Abstract:
Weaning babies is discussed with emphasis on establishing good nutritional practices. Good practice at this stage can build healthy eating habits for later life. Problem areas such as getting a child to eat a variety of foods are addressed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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