These plant-based, iron-rich foods contain significant amounts of non heme iron. According to Vegetarian Times, non heme iron, while good for iron, needs to be consumed in higher amounts because it is not as easily absorbed or retained in the body.hese plant-based, iron-rich foods contain significant amounts of non heme iron. According to Vegetarian Times, non heme iron, while good for iron, needs to be consumed in higher amounts because it is not as easily absorbed or retained in the body.
When Can You Start Feeding a Baby Cereal? The general rule is to start introducing baby cereal into your childâs diet when he is between four and six months old. Before this, breast milk or the formula will provide enough nutrients. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that your babies rely on breast milk until they are six months.
Rice cereal is the first baby solid food you should give your baby and you can mix with it breast milk, formula or water. Always start with iron fortified rice cereal or oatmeal. Feed your baby solid foods from an infant spoon, not a bottle. Start with a thin mixture and gradually make thicker as the baby learns to handle solid foods. Build up the amount, as the appetite demands, usually 3-4 tablespoons of dry cereal.