🫒 Vegetable oil
Allergen note
Vegetable oil is generally well-tolerated, but always introduce it in small amounts and ensure it is not derived from a less-refined oil of a common allergen like soybean, which is a top allergen.
How to serve
Mix a teaspoon of vegetable oil into purees or mashed foods for babies over 6 months to add healthy fats and calories.
Preparation
Stir a small amount (1/2 tsp) of mild oil like olive or avocado into pureed vegetables after cooking; always ensure it's fully cooled to avoid burning and never serve it alone.
Texture and choking risk
Vegetable oil is a low choking risk; safely incorporate small amounts into purees or meals to avoid slippery swallowing issues, and always supervise during meals.
Starting ages are typical guidance for healthy, full-term babies who show signs of readiness. Your paediatrician may advise differently, especially where there is a family history of allergy.
Track first tastes and reactions
Log when your child first tries vegetable oil, note any reaction and see it in the allergen tracker.
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