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10 Months and Up Information:
Your child is 10 months old
Now it really gets fun. At this point eating with fingers is starting to go pretty well. A mix of purees and finger goods is the way to go. Remember we are gradually transitioning them so that they get the majority of their calories from what they eat not what they drink. Keep going with foods that bring a lot of nutrition to the routine. Check out our Cooking with Square One page for finger food recipes paired with books.
Spinach – is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet. Spinach is up there with Kale and Collard Greens. Your work now with Spinach puree will set the table for spinach salad in the future!
Why Eat Supergreens?
- Supports digestive healthy
- Provides antioxidant protection and defense
Spinach Nutrition Tidbits
- Super Food for Brain, Heart, Bones, Skin, Eyes and Immunity
- Excellent source of Vitamin C, A, E, Folate and Magnesium
- An excellent source of phytonutrients
- a two ounce Square One® serving provides 330% of your child’s RDI of vitamin A, 30% RDI of vitamin C, 35% RDI of vitamin E, 50% RDI of folate and 45% RDI of magnesium.
- Supports a strong immune system with its excellent source of beta-carotene and Vitamin C content
- Promotes brain development and formation of healthy red blood cells with its rich iron content that is twice that of other vegetables
- Promotes healthy bones and teeth development with its calcium content
Food Facts - Spinach
- Flowering plant native to central and southwestern Asia
- Part of the Goosefoot Food Family
- Spinach has more protein than most vegetables
Buying Organic Spinach is strongly suggested because it is one of the twelve fruits and vegetables which contain the highest legal limits of the most toxic pesticides if not purchased organic.
Don't forget to continue using all of the other 7 Square One Organic Superfoods in your child’s daily eating routine.
Square One Organic Superfoods
- Papaya
- Pumpkin
- Pea
- Butternut Squash
- Mango
- Broccoli
- Quinoa
Be sure to check out our Superfood Guide for recommendations of other superfoods to include in your child's routine.
We also provide Daily Journals developed with a Pediatric Nutritionist for guide lines on what foods to offer when and portion size.
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