Flaxseed Oil
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Flaxseed oil, rich in plant-based omega-3 (ALA), can be added to complementary foods in very small amounts without heating from 6 months onward.
How to serve it by age?
6-8 months
Stir a few drops (about half to 1 ml), raw, into cooked vegetable or grain puree; do not use it for frying or cooking.
9-12 months
Add it cold to yogurt, soup, or puree just before serving, up to about 1 teaspoon per day.
12 months and beyond
Continue using it as a small amount of oil added to food, alternating with various healthy oils.
📌 Watch out for these
- Heat destroys omega-3 fatty acids; do not cook the oil, always add it to food while cold.
- It goes rancid quickly; store it in a dark glass bottle in the refrigerator and consume it soon after opening.
- A few drops up to 1 teaspoon per day is enough; use different oils rather than relying on a single type.
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⚕️ This page summarizes general pediatric recommendations; it is not medical advice. For babies with a history of allergies and whenever you are unsure, consult your pediatrician.