8 Moongdal Recipes for Babies, Toddlers and Kids | Can I give my baby Moongdal?
8 Moongdal Recipes for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids | Can I give my baby Moongdal?
A golden and small yellow grain with high protein and low-fat properties and with goodness for making baby food? Yes, it is Moong Dal!
Moong dal is actually a de-husked split green gram, this form of green gram is easy to digest and provides greater nourishment to the body. Moong Dal is low in fat, high in protein, and cooks quickly. Moong dal always stands in priority list among dals and it is recommended to feed babies during weaning, as it helps to cope with the baby’s digestive system during the early stages of weaning.
When and How Can I offer Moong Dal to my Baby?
Moong dal for babies are offered over 6 months, can be included in various deliciously made porridges and soups. By 8 months, having no second thought can be included in Khichdi varying in textures. Since Moong Dal cooks quickly Mommies can choose to cook within a short time.
Nutritional Value of Moongdal
Health Benefits of Moong Dal
- Moong dal contains almost every nutrition in it namely protein, carbohydrates, sugars, iron, phosphorus, sodium, vitamins.
- Vitamin B in Moong Dal improves metabolism and also helps in converting nutrients to energy.
- Magnesium helps in building immunity and metabolism.
- Niacin and Riboflavin are antioxidants good for the skin.
- Moong dal has complex Carbohydrates which will keep the baby full for longer hours and will keep baby active.
- Folate or Folic acid will help in producing new cells especially Red Blood Cells.
- Phosphorus is good for maintaining the good functioning of the Heart.
- Moong Dal also enhances liver function in growing babies.
8 Moongdal Recipes for Babies, Toddlers, and Kids | Can I give my baby Moongdal?
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