Quorn?

[Belfast girl]

Does anyone know if its ok to give to a 1 year old?

Thanks!

 

[Lettie]

I've been giving it to an 8month old so i hope so. It's only mushrooms so i can't see why not xx

 

[Lettie]

Just found this though (as you got me thinking) and evidently I am a bad mother! s, I figure it's better than a mcdonalds though and as part of a balanced diet Im sure my lo will survive! )



From the NHS website

You should not give your baby Quorn before they are nine months old.
What is Quorn?

Quorn is a vegetarian source of protein. It’s low in fat, high in fibre and doesn’t contain many calories.
Quorn is a mycoprotein, which means it’s made from fungi, such as mushrooms. It is not soya based like textured vegetable protein (TVP).
Some people have reported allergic reactions to mycoprotein, but this is rare.
Introducing Quorn to your baby’s diet

Unlike an adult diet, a baby’s diet should generally contain lots of calories and nutrients in a small amount of food. As Quorn doesn’t contain many calories, it should only make up a small part of your baby’s diet.
If Quorn is part of your family’s diet and you want to give it to your baby, you can introduce small amounts gradually when your baby is nine months old and eating a range of foods.
Quorn is high in fibre which can cause wind, making your baby feel uncomfortable. High-fibre foods can also fill your baby up. If your baby doesn’t have enough room for other foods, they may not get enough energy or the wide range of nutrients they need from their diet.

 

[Zazu]

I gave it to Zachary from age 1, he loves quorn lasagne. I only give it as a substitute for mince as I can't stand the smell of of mince cooking xXx

 

[Belfast girl]

didn't know you were only supposed to give it after 9 months but think as part of a balanced diet it can only be good!
thanks!

 

[Rachaellius]

Oops I've used Quorn from 6 months in bolognese :/ oh well she's alright and is 9 months now

Tapatalking

 

[knopk@]

Never thought of giving it, sticking with beef as it has iron in it. Will it not have lots of salt in it?

 

[Belfast girl]

No, Quorn is high in protein and dietary fibre and is low in saturated fat and salt, but it contains less dietary iron than do most meats.

So the things that make it goood for you as an adult don't nesc apply to babies!!

 

[Sarah13]

Im a vegetarian and eat quorn most days but don't give it to my 11 month old. Its processed and artificial at the end of the day so not really happy feeding him it. Don't care what it does to me tho! Apparently it banned in some countries!