Question
Is it appropriate to add honey to baby formula? If there are discomforts, is medical attention needed? How long is the expected recovery period during treatment?
Answer
For infants under one year of age, it is not recommended to add honey to their formula. Honey is rich in glucose, fructose, vitamins, and various organic acid salts, as well as trace elements beneficial to the human body. Adding honey to the formula or warm water can enhance nutrition or help with defecation. However, when infants consume honey, they should be aware of contraindications, as honey has a cooling nature that can enhance intestinal peristalsis and significantly shorten defecation time.