Fever is a common problem in babies. After a baby has a fever, their appetite is very poor. In addition to timely reducing the fever, parents also need to choose their diet. When a baby is sick, there are many taboos. If not careful, it will worsen the baby's fever. So, can babies eat spinach if they have a fever?
1. Of course, babies with fever can eat spinach, especially those with good gastrointestinal function can eat it in moderation. Eating spinach can increase nutrition, promote the intake of various vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, and iron, and have a great auxiliary therapeutic effect on the recovery of babies.
2. But if the baby has a fever accompanied by gastrointestinal discomfort such as vomiting and diarrhea, it is best not to give the baby spinach. Because spinach is a dark colored vegetable rich in vegetable fiber, its intestinal emptying time is relatively short, which can worsen diarrhea. Spinach contains a large amount of oxalic acid, which can damage the intestinal mucosa, worsen diarrhea and indigestion. In addition, spinach is rich in iron, and eating spinach during fever and diarrhea can affect iron absorption.
If the baby has a fever, the diet should mainly consist of liquid foods, and semi liquid foods should be consumed during the recovery or fever reduction period. If the baby doesn't want to eat, don't force them to eat, so as not to make their stomach uncomfortable and vomit after eating. Also, it is important to give babies plenty of water to replenish the fluids lost due to fever.
