Question

Hello, a parent inquired whether a 7-month-old baby can eat yams?

Answer

Generally speaking, babies around six months old can start introducing complementary foods, so they can consume yams. However, when feeding yams to infants, they should not be fed directly. It is recommended to puree the yams to facilitate absorption. When making the yam puree, you can add a little sugar for flavoring, or you can omit the sugar if the baby accepts it. This preparation method helps ensure that the baby safely and effectively absorbs the nutrients from the yams.