Banana based weaning foods

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2. Introduction Banana based weaning foods Bananas are often called one of nature's perfect foods because they are said to contain many of the nutrients that a person needs to survive. One of the most important nutritional components of Bananas is that they contain potassium and fiber. Bananas are also high in Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Vitamin B2. The Potassium in bananas often gets a bad rap due to the confusion with sodium (salt). Next End

3. Introduction Banana based weaning foods Potassium contributes to healthy blood pressure as well as healthy heart functions. People who consume bananas and other foods high in potassium are less likely to develop atherosclerosis and high blood pressure. Bananas are also known as one of nature's own antacids. They are known to help protect against stomach ulcers and ulcer damage. Next End Previous

4. Introduction Banana based weaning foods The reason for this seldom known and almost odd fact is that bananas contain "mucilaginous bulking substances". The help the intestines with producing a mucous lining and are very easy to digest.. Besides all of the above fantastic healthy qualities, bananas are the one of the best convenience foods. They come in their own jackets and there is no need to wash them, simply peel & eat. Next End Previous

5. Weaning food mix : Banana based weaning foods The proportion of raw ingredients used for weaning food mixes (1000g) are banana flour- 250g Rice flour or malted wheat flour – 125g Malted green gram flour -83g, Malted Bengal gram flour – 83g Defatted soya flour – 84g, Skim milk powder- 125g and powdered jiggery – 250g. Next End Previous

6. Weaning food mix Banana based weaning foods Procedure For the preparation of weaning food to one part of weaning food mix (28.5g) about 4 to 5 times water (114 ml) is added and boiled for five minutes till a pouring consistency is obtained and cooled before feeding the infant. Next End Previous

7. Tasty Banana Baby Food Recipes Banana based weaning foods Mashed Bananas Banana "Custard” Banana Rice Pudding Click on topic for detail Next End Previous

8. Mashed Bananas Banana based weaning foods Ingredients : Ripe Banana - Bananas do not need to be cooked Water as needed Procedure Peel and cut a ripe banana into small dices, Mash with a fork, There should be no need to use a machine as bananas, will have a very soft consistency and texture. Depending on baby's age and stage, add any liquid to the mashed banana.  Purée the banana in a food processor or blender if desired. Next End Back to menu

9. Banana "Custard” Banana based weaning foods Ingredients 2 ripe bananas 3 egg yolks 1/2 cup milk or formula pinch of ginger or cinnamon or nutmeg Procedure Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth but not runny and thin - or simply hand whip the ingredients together. Pour mixture into custard and bake at 350F for approximately 20 minutes. Contd…. Next End Back to menu

10. Banana based weaning foods Contd…. Check every 10 minutes as the time can vary depending on how thick/thin the mixture is. This will begin to split like a pumpkin or custard pie does when finished. Test with a clean knife inserted into the center; it's done when the knife comes out clean. This can also be made by scrambling in a frying pan on low heat, with a bit of olive oil Next End Back to menu

11. Banana based weaning foods Banana Rice Pudding Ingredients 1 cup cooked brown rice 1/2 cup banana purée 1/2 cup plain whole milk yogurt 1/2 teaspoon vanilla dash of cinnamon and/or ginger Contd…. Next End Back to menu

12. Banana based weaning foods Banana Rice Pudding Procedure Combine ingredients and warm gently in a sauce pan. Stir frequently. Remove warmed pudding to a food processor or blender and blend as needed for a texture. End Back to menu