Patient's question:
My baby is 8 months old. My baby loves pomegranates and doesn't spit them out; he swallows them all. I don't want him to eat too many of these, and I'm worried he might choke. Should I give him pomegranates?Doctor's answer:
At 8 months, you can appropriately reduce the amount of pomegranate juice given to your baby. It's best to freshly squeeze the pomegranate juice. In addition to pomegranate juice, you can also choose other fresh, seasonal fruits to squeeze and give to your baby. When starting to feed your baby, don't give too much at once to avoid their stomach and intestines adapting too quickly. It's best to give the original fruit juice and avoid adding extra sugar. It's okay to drink, but in small amounts—don't drink too much.