Parents nowadays are very concerned about the nutritional intake of their babies, and many babies will eat cod liver oil after birth. Fish liver oil is rich in vitamin A and vitamin D, which help maintain the health of babies. So, should babies keep eating cod liver oil?
1. When the baby is about half a month old, the mother should consider giving him some cod liver oil, but there is no need to keep eating it. If the baby can bask in the sun every day, they can eat it every other day. When the baby is two or three years old, they can supplement according to their actual situation. If they feel it is not necessary to eat it, then they should not eat it.
2. Fish liver oil can supplement vitamins, and if taken together with calcium tablets, it can also promote calcium absorption. Eating fish liver oil in moderation can help babies metabolize better and improve their immunity, which has many benefits for their growth and development.
3. Although supplementing with cod liver oil has benefits, it should not be excessive as it may affect the health of the baby. Generally speaking, babies who are breastfed within half a year old should not exceed 300 milligrams per day, and those who are artificially fed should not exceed 400 milligrams. Babies aged 7 to 12 months should supplement with 500 to 600 milligrams of cod liver oil per day, while babies aged 1 to 3 can supplement with 600 to 800 milligrams per day.
Fish liver oil is indeed very beneficial for the growth and development of babies, especially suitable for younger babies to eat. However, if the baby is two or three years old and there is no severe lack of vitamins in their body, they do not need to supplement temporarily because the food contains the effective ingredients of cod liver oil. As long as they have a balanced diet, there is no problem.
