#asktheexpert What is the best Food plan for Manya?

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 7 m old boy1 Year ago

A. Here's a sample food chart for an 18-month-old Indian baby: **Breakfast:** - Dalia (cracked wheat porridge) cooked with milk and a dash of jaggery or fruit puree - Idli (steamed rice cakes) with sambar (vegetable lentil stew) or chutney - Paratha (whole wheat flatbread) with mashed potatoes or paneer (Indian cottage cheese) **Mid-Morning Snack:** - Sliced fruit like banana, papaya, or mango - Homemade yogurt with a sprinkle of powdered nuts or seeds **Lunch:** - Rice or roti (Indian bread) with dal (lentil curry), vegetables, and a side of yogurt - Khichdi (rice and lentil porridge) cooked with mixed vegetables and a spoonful of ghee - Chapati (whole wheat flatbread) with lightly cooked and mashed vegetables like spinach, carrots, or peas **Afternoon Snack:** - Vegetable or fruit finger foods like cucumber sticks, carrot sticks, or apple slices - Homemade fruit smoothie with yogurt and a variety of fruits **Dinner:** - Soft rice with rasam (spiced tomato soup) and mashed vegetables - Vegetable pulao (spiced rice dish) with yogurt - Moong dal (split mung bean) khichdi with a side of boiled or mashed vegetables **Bedtime Snack (optional):** - A small cup of warm milk with a pinch of turmeric or saffron - Homemade cereal or oatmeal cooked with milk and sweetened with a little jaggery Remember to offer a variety of foods from different food groups to ensure your baby receives a balanced diet. Include plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, dairy, and lean proteins. It's also essential to monitor your baby's tolerance to different foods and adjust the diet as needed based on their preferences and any allergies or sensitivities.