Beef is an excellent source of iron which is a key nutrient when weaning your baby. Iron-rich food is incredibly important for neurological development and low iron intake can result in reduced social development and lower IQ.
How Beef Benefits Healthy Babies
The following vitamins and minerals are abundant in beef:
Vitamin B12. Animal-derived foods, such as meat, are the only good dietary sources of vitamin B12, an essential nutrient that is important for blood formation and your infant’s brain function and nervous system.
Zinc. Beef is very rich in zinc a mineral that is important growth and maintenance.
Selenium. Meat is generally a rich source of selenium, an essential trace element that serves a variety of functions in your child’s body.
Iron. Found in high amounts in beef, meat iron is mostly in the heme form, which is absorbed very efficiently.
Niacin. One of the B vitamins, niacin (vitamin B3) has various important functions in your infant’s body.
Vitamin B6. A family of B vitamins, vitamin B6 is important for your babies blood formation and energy metabolism.
Beef, Carrot & Sweet Potato Purée
Description
Baby Naturopath - Recipe
Beef is an excellent source of iron which is a key nutrient when weaning your baby. Iron-rich food is incredibly important for neurological development and low iron intake can result in reduced social development and lower IQ.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a saucepan over medium heat and bring to the boil.
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Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered for approximately 10 minutes or until veggies are soft and beef is cooked.
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Allow to cool slightly before blending until smooth and creamy.
Note
Age: 6+ months
Makes: 2 cups
Freeze: Yes
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