Question
My baby is over 10 months old and has been diagnosed with iron deficiency. The doctor has prescribed folic acid granules. When should I give the granules to the baby?
Answer
It is recommended to administer the folic acid granules to the child after meals, as iron medications may cause gastrointestinal discomfort. If the child’s iron deficiency is not severe, you can first consider increasing the intake of iron-rich foods such as black fungus, seaweed, lean meat, egg yolks, and animal livers. You can also choose infant formula with a high iron content.