my baby is 6 months and I have started feeding ragi porridge with a pinch of jaggery. he is taking it well. he is not eating plain khichdi. can I add half a pinch of salt? please advise

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear mum, no, salt should not be added to baby’s food till 1 year. Baby’s requirements for salt is negligible till 1 year and hence salt should not be added.

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