Olive Oil
6 months and up
⚡ Quick answer
Extra virgin olive oil can be added to purees and soups from 6 months onward, 1 teaspoon (5 ml) per day — it is the most valuable fat in infant nutrition; too much can cause diarrhea.
How to serve it by age?
6-8 months
Drizzle 1 teaspoon over the cooked puree after removing it from the heat.
9-11 months
The daily total of 1 teaspoon still applies; it can be spread across meals.
12+ months
The olive oil in the family meal is sufficient; it can be added raw to salads.
📌 Watch out for these
- Choose cold-pressed/extra virgin; do not use it as a frying oil, but add it to cooked food.
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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.