Are eggs safe for MPASI?

Eggs are a good source of protein for babies because of their soft texture and easy preparation. However, eggs for MPASI are often avoided because many mothers worry that these foods will cause allergies in babies.

Actually, this is not entirely true. In fact, starvation that can cause allergies such as eggs, milk, peanut butter or fish in babies can increase the risk of developing allergies in childhood.

Therefore, you should not hesitate to give eggs for MPASI as long as the treatment is correct. So you don't want to miss the benefits of eggs for this baby.

Benefits of eggs for babies

You can buy eggs easily. Not only is it easy to get, but eggs also have many benefits. Eggs contain 70 calories and 6 grams of protein in each grain.

Egg yolks also contain lots of nutrients, such as choline, up to 250 milligrams, which can help increase normal cell activity. In addition, choline can help the liver transport nutrients to other areas of the body. This content can also help your baby's memory.

Riboflavin, vitamin B12 and folate are also contained in eggs. This food also offers a number of healthy phosphorus and selenium.
 
What is the risk of eggs for babies?

Like milk products, soybeans, nuts and fish, eggs can also cause allergies in babies. However, egg yolks do not contain proteins associated with allergic reactions.

Previous researchers thought that putting eggs into children would increase the risk of allergies. But a 2010 study of about 2,600 babies revealed that this was not true.

Babies who only consume eggs after one year of age are even more susceptible to allergies than infants aged 4-6 months who are introduced to eggs. There are several symptoms of egg allergy in infants that can be monitored, such as:

• Itching, swelling, eczema or redness of the skin
• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or pain
• Itching around the mouth
• Slim nose or difficulty breathing
• Rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure and heart problems
• His eyes are wet
• Excessive sweating appears

The severity of each symptom depends on your child's immune system and the number of eggs consumed. In rare cases, your baby may have a more serious symptom called anaphylactic shock.

These symptoms include breathing problems and decreased blood pressure. Anaphylactic shock is a medical emergency that requires immediate treatment.

How to introduce eggs for MPASI
At the age of 7 months, babies should consume one to two tablespoons of protein twice a day. When introducing new foods to your baby, you should add portions slowly and one at a time. In this way, you can pay attention to reactions that could potentially be allergic symptoms.

You can also try this method. Introduce eggs on the first day, then wait 4 days before adding something new to baby food. If you see an allergic reaction, call your doctor immediately. The first step in introducing MPASI eggs is to provide egg yolks.

Here are some recipes for using eggs as solid food, including:

• Cook the eggs, peel the skin and separate the egg yolks from the egg whites. Mash eggs and mix with breast milk or formula milk.
• Separate raw egg yolks. Heat a frying pan with oil or butter, mix egg yolks with breast milk or milk powder before cooking.
• Separate raw egg yolks. Mix with half a cup of oatmeal and cooked fruits or vegetables. Make like scrambled eggs until cooked, then cut into small pieces.

Eggs for solid food must be cooked until completely cooked. Raw or undercooked eggs are at risk of containing salmonella bacteria which can cause food poisoning.

After understanding the benefits of eggs for babies, you no longer need to hesitate to add them to the baby's MPASI menu. Consult your doctor if you are still unsure of the risks that eggs can cause to the baby.

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