After 7 months of age, infants can gradually consume vegetable oil in small amounts; after 12 months of age, infants can consume salt in small amounts.
Breastfeeding is recommended for infants before 6 months of age, but if there is insufficient breastmilk, the timing of complementary feeding can be advanced.
Early diet of infants mainly consists of pureed fruits and vegetables without any added flavor and iron-fortified rice powder. After 7 months of age, high protein foods can be consumed in moderation, such as eggs, livestock and poultry, fish and beans, and according to the types of complementary foods and cooking methods to add a small amount of fat, it is recommended that vegetable oil is appropriate, about 10g per day.
Early intake of salt is not beneficial to the cardiovascular system of infants, and may also cause problems such as picky eating. Salt intake should not be earlier than 13 months of age and less than 1.5g per day before 24 months of age.
Complementary feeding for infants should adhere to the principle of from single to rich, from little to much, and it is not recommended to add condiments to food too early. If indigestion occurs after the intake of complementary foods, it is recommended to go to the hospital for consultation.