POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy5 months agoA. Yes, you can give your 8-month-old baby rice and rasam, but with some modifications to make it baby-friendly.
How to Give Rice & Rasam to Baby?
✅ Soft-Cooked Rice: Mash or blend well for easy digestion.
✅ Mild Rasam:
Avoid spicy, salty, and very tangy rasam. Use tomato, cumin, garlic, and a little turmeric for flavor. Avoid chili, too much tamarind, and excessive spices.
✅ Mix Well: Mix rasam with mashed rice for a semi-liquid consistency. Benefits for Baby
✔ Rice: Easy to digest, good for energy.
✔ Rasam: Aids digestion, boosts immunity (if mild & spice-free).
✔ Garlic & Cumin: Helps with colds and digestion.
Things to Avoid
❌ Salt & Sugar (Babies under 1 year should avoid them).
❌ Too many spices (may irritate baby's tummy).
❌ Too much tamarind (can be acidic).
Start with a small quantity and observe if the baby digests it well.
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