Can children eat kiwifruit

Answer 1

A baby that has been weaned on to soft food such as baby rice, Weetbix, jarred food or pureed food can definitely eat pureed kiwi. the kiwi seeds themselves occasionally cause allergic reactions for children under 9 months old, but apart from that, there is no danger for babies when it comes to eating kiwi. It has been suggested that kiwifruit is regarded as a citrus fruit, and hence unsafe for babies, but this is false. Kiwifruit is a vine fruit, not a citrus fruit, and perfectly safe.

Answer 2

Yes, kiwifruit is an excellent food for children, in addition to tasting good. ---- No, not without careful introduction under monitoring by parents, especially if the child also has other Allergies such as hay fever or a latex allergy. Kiwi is one of the foods that can cause severe allergic reactions and even anaphylactic shock in rare cases. The incidence of sensitivity to kiwi seems to be increasing, but that may only be due to the increased availability of the fruit. Be especially careful introducing to very young children. Keep antihistamines on hand during the food trials.

Kiwi is a powerhouse of nutrients, so it is worth testing, and if no tingling of the lips and tongue or oral swelling, then it can be given in increasing quantity over time for an excellent source of vitamins and minerals.

The main allergen present in the fruit is the proteinase actinidin. There is a type of allergic reaction that is often seen with kiwi allergies. It is called oral allergy syndrome and affects the lips, tongue, mouth and throat. For additional information, see the related link below.