Question
At what age can children start eating pomegranates?
Answer
Generally speaking, children can begin to eat pomegranates around 4 to 6 months old. At this time, they have started on solid foods, so it is appropriate to give them a small amount of pomegranate. Pomegranates are a nutritious fruit with vitamin C content one to two times higher than that of apples and pears. Eating some pomegranates can be beneficial for a child’s growth and development. Pomegranates contain important nutrients such as protein, and since the physical functions of young children may not be fully developed, they are more susceptible to bacterial invasion. Therefore, giving children pomegranates can supplement protein, enhance immunity, strengthen their physical resistance, and help combat bacterial invasions.