Rice Cereal & Flaxseed

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons iron-fortified rice cereal
• 1/2 cup warm water or breast milk/formula
• 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed

Method

1. 01

   Prepare iron-fortified rice cereal by mixing with warm water or breast milk/formula to a smooth consistency.

2. 02

   Use ground flaxseed (not whole seeds, which babies cannot digest) — grind seeds in a small blender or use pre-ground flaxseed meal.

3. 03

   Stir ground flaxseed into the prepared rice cereal.

4. 04

   Mix well to ensure flaxseed is evenly distributed and serve immediately.

How to offer

Serve immediately. Ground flaxseed boosts omega-3 content. Always use ground, not whole seeds for babies.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Not recommended for freezing.

Nutrition note

Rice should always be washed before cooking. The concentration of arsenic, a harmful metal found in the soil and used in the growing process, has been identified in more recent studies as a drawback to eating rice. Despite the fact that this more recent studies may frighten parents, bear in mind that it does not imply that rice is intrinsically unhealthy or must be completely avoided. A great source of carbs that will provide our bodies energy is rice. Generally speaking, compared to white rice, which has had the nutrient-rich bran coating removed during processing, brown rice contains more protein and important elements like B vitamins, copper, fiber, iron, magnesium, and phosphorus.

Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer