Benefits of Infant Cereals

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BENEFITS OF INFANT CEREALS
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INTRODUCTION

• Most nutritious complementary weaning food
• Provides a concentrated and balanced nutrition
• Fortified with the appropriate nutrients
• Offers right balance between the goodness of
  natural cereal grains
• Good source of vitamins such as Vitamin B group
  (thiamine, niacin, riboflavin) and Vitamin E
• A good plant protein source

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NUTRIENTS ENRICHED IN INFANT CEREALS

• Iron bundle
• Vitamin C which enhances iron absorption
• Iodine
• Vitamin B1
• Omega-3 fatty acids
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C
• Zinc
• Magnesium
• Potassium

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• Helps with the digestion of food and its
  conversion into energy
• Develops and maintain strong cells, especially in
  the blood and nervous system

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BENEFITS

• High in carbohydrate content
• Provides the energy and key essential nutrients
  needed for your baby's physical and mental growth
  and development
• Helps in maintaining healthy immune system
• Helps in energy generation and plays a role in
  bone and dental health
• Facilitates the nervous system activity in the
  brain and muscles

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TYPES OF INFANT CEREALS

• RICE Most palatable and hypoallergenic enriched
  with naturally bland flavour.
• OATMEAL Rich in fiber and plant-based
  antioxidants enriched with added dry fruit, such
  as banana or raspberry.
• BARLEY Like other cereal grains, barley is a
  good source of fiber and it may include extra
  iron fortification.

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REFERENCE

• https//www.cerelacarabia.com/en/goodness-cereals
• https//en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_food

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