Q: My baby should start eating supplementary food right around four months old. I'm wondering—can we add salt to the baby's food? And how much is safe? A: Yes, a little salt can be added to your baby's food, but it should be done carefully. Too much salt can be harmful and even affect their health in the long run. Babies have very sensitive kidneys that aren't fully developed, so they can't process excess sodium as efficiently as adults. This means too much salt can put unnecessary stress on their bodies. Salt contains sodium, potassium, and chlorine. When babies consume too much of these minerals, their bodies need more water to flush them out. Since their kidneys are still developing, this can lead to an increased workload on their heart and even affect their circulation over time. Additionally, getting used to salty foods early on might make it harder for them to adjust to lighter, healthier diets later in life. Excessive salt intake has also been linked to high blood pressure and other long-term health issues. So, how much salt is safe for a baby? The truth is, babies don’t need much. Adults are advised to consume about 6 grams of salt per day, but infants require far less. In fact, most of the salt they get comes from breast milk or formula. When you start introducing solid foods, just a tiny bit of salt to enhance flavor is fine—but keep it light. As your child grows, you can gradually increase the amount, but always aim for a balanced and healthy diet. It’s important to remember that the goal is to help your baby develop good eating habits from the start. Powder For Injection,Benzylpenicillin Potassium For Injection,Ceftiofur Sodium For Injection,Poultry Medication Sichuan Aibang Weiye Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. , https://www.aibangpharm.com