Can babies eat eggs everyday

When it comes to nutrition for growing bodies, it’s hard to beat an egg. At just 70 calories each, they contain six grams of high-quality protein and ample amounts of vitamins B12, B5, B2, and A, as well as selenium and iron.

There’s one big downside for little kids though: Eggs are a common allergen and therefore shouldn’t be the first solid food your child tries.

Can 1 year old baby eat egg everyday

So when can babies eat eggs?

According to experts, 6 months is a good mile-marker for babies to start having eggs. By this age, your baby is better able to tolerate more complex proteins.

About 2% of babies have egg allergies, and those who are allergic to other common allergens are more likely to also be allergic to eggs.

But don’t wait too much longer than 6 months our of fear, or else that could increase their risk.

“Some data has shown that babies introduced to eggs after their first birthday are more likely to develop symptoms of allergies than babies introduced between 4 to 6 months of age,” says Daniel Boyer, M.D., a pediatrician at the Farr Institute in Iowa.

when can infants start eating eggs

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