Can I Give Baking Soda to my Toddler?

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As a mother of a toddler, you might wish to feed them with fluffy and soft baked products such as cupcakes or pastries. These delicious food items can be used as snacks or even desserts after a complete meal. This might have you thinking that is it okay to give your toddler a taste of these products but you might be skeptical about whether it will cause them any harm due to the presence of baking soda in it. We’re here to help you answer this very prominent question, “is it okay to give baking soda to babies?”

What is baking soda?

  • This is an important ingredient used during baking cakes. Baking soda is quite similar to baking powder but it lacks the acid element in it.
  • Both baking powder and baking soda are used to make the cake dough rise and become fluffy.
  • Baking soda is a stronger leavening agent than baking powder. It contains very high amounts of sodium because it is completely made out of sodium bicarbonate.

Can you give your toddler baking soda?

  • If your baby is under one year of age, then it is better to steer clear of baked goods for them.
  • For toddlers who are well-accustomed to eating rice, wheat, and cereals, you may use baking soda in some food items in a very limited quantity.
  • An overdose of this in food can lead to indigestion, nausea, vomiting, bloating, diarrhea, abdominal pain, etc. in kids.

Conclusion:

Baked goods are usually a hit amongst children of ages 6-10 and above. But this shouldn’t sway you into believing that feeding your 2-year-old with products with high amounts of baking soda is fine. It is thus recommended to avoid this to ensure your child’s good health or to use it in very limited quantity.

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Note: The information contained in these topics is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, it is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare provider before starting any new treatment or discontinuing an existing treatment. Talk with your healthcare provider about any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Nothing contained in these topics is intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment

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