Question
The baby is just three days old and somehow has developed jaundice. Someone recommended that I give the baby cod liver oil, so I’m just asking if it’s okay for a baby with jaundice to take cod liver oil? Shouldn’t there be any harm to the baby?
Answer
Cod liver oil is beneficial for humans in preventing rickets, night blindness, dry eyes, tuberculosis, and is essential for children. Additionally, cod liver oil contains vitamin D1 and vitamins B1, B2, and other ingredients. In daily life, consuming cod liver oil in moderate amounts is good for health. Full-term infants can start taking vitamin D after two weeks of birth to promote calcium absorption and prevent rickets. Jaundice patients can also take cod liver oil; there is no conflict between the two. Cod liver oil can promote calcium absorption and prevent calcium deficiency. If the jaundice is within the normal range, there is no problem with using cod liver oil. However, if the jaundice level exceeds the normal range, it is recommended to seek further treatment at a public hospital.