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Avocados: The Superfood Your Baby Needs for Their First Solid Meal

Avocados Take the Spotlight: The Perfect Nutrient-Packed First Food for BabiesWeaning your baby is a hugely exciting and, at times challenging, journey. It’s important that your baby’s first foods are appealing to their tiny taste buds, but they should also be rich in nutrients to support growth and development. That’s where avocados come in. The green nutrient-packed fruit is the ultimate first food for your baby, whether you’re opting for the spoon-fed or baby-led weaning, or a mix of the two.

As part of its education campaign in India, the World Avocado Organisation reached out to Dr Imran Patel, Pediatrician and Neonatologist, to uncover the benefits of avocados that can bring to your baby.

According to Dr Imran Patel, Pediatrician and Neonatologist, “Avocados are Nature’s nutrient powerhouse! From boosting brain development to enhancing immunity, this fruit is perfect for all ages!”.

Vitamins like A, D, E, K; all of which play a pivotal role in the child’s growth and development”. Folate for healthy cell development, to vitamin E to support the immune system, heart, red blood cells, skin and hair.

Gram for gram, avocados contain even more potassium than bananas. Avocados also contain magnesium, which is necessary for a healthy nervous system, muscle function, immune system, and heart health. The high fibre content of avocados will support your baby’s digestive system too.

How to check if an avocado is ready for your baby to eat

According to the World Avocado Organisation, if your avocado gives in when you gently squeeze it, it should be ready to eat. Avocados that are ripe and ready may be darker in colour but this can vary, so it’s best to go by how they feel as well as their colour.

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