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Missy123:
Hi All

Just wondered if anyone has any diet tips / advice for a baby. My baby boy is 12 months old. He has a possible diagnosis of hbe beta thalasemia.

I am researching different foods and how they will benefit in keeping his hgb levels up. He has previously had 2 transfusions which was 5 months ago & has since managed to stay transfusion free.

because he turned a year old I have changed his formula milk to cows milk. He has food which is mashed up or liquidised. He is teething at the moment.

Are there any specific foods he should have regularly?
Are there any foods he should avoid?

I have briefly read about the benefits of wheatgrass. Is this suitable for a baby to consume? & in what form should it be consumed?

Aporeciate any input.

Regards
sajeda

Andy Battaglia:
Hi Sajeda,

Wheatgrass can be very helpful, but for a young child, either the extract, which is extremely easy to take, or wheatgrass powder mixed in liquid would be the easiest form. Folate and wheatgrass work together, so add folate, as well. 400 mcg would be good at this age. A healthy diet, high in nutrients is advised. If the Hb is below 10, high iron foods like red meat should be minimized, to lower the added iron absorption that takes place in low Hb patients. At this age, it is important to make an effort to install good eating habits, eating nutritious real foods and avoiding junk food.

Missy123:
Hi

Thanks for that advice. Baby Y has folic acid daily (8mg).

I have bought some wheatgrass from our local health store in the powder form. How much should i give him daily. I have been adding a spoonful to his meal once a day. Should i give more?

Andy Battaglia:
That's probably enough for now.

Lokkhi maa:

Dear Andy,

Whereas 12 months Baby Y taking 8 mg folic acid ,my 3 yrs old baby taking only 2.5 mg.

Is it ok?  ???

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