Prune puree for babies - how to introduce it into complementary foods

Experienced mothers know that introducing complementary foods is a matter of first importance, because each type of food has age restrictions and rules. Today we will tell you how to properly prepare prune puree for a baby, and how to introduce dried fruit into his diet.

The first months of your baby’s life are behind us, when he was just beginning to become interested in the unfamiliar world around him and learn about it. It would seem that only recently you brought your baby home from the maternity hospital with special trepidation, but he has already grown so much! And you are probably now thinking about feeding your baby for the first time.

To help all mothers, we found out whether prunes are acceptable for babies, and how you can make a healthy puree from them, because, as you know, most products are introduced into complementary foods in a puree-like consistency. It has been proven that this makes it much easier for a baby to digest unfamiliar food. But different dishes are suitable for different ages: therefore, we have prepared for you recipes for infusion, decoction and compote of prunes. Take our advice and if your baby is ready for “adult” food, then dilute his diet with sweet dried fruit.

The benefits of prune puree for a child

Prune puree normalizes the functioning of the digestive tract and replenishes the needs of a growing child's body for vitamins and microelements. The presence of fiber in prunes normalizes intestinal motility. The presence of vitamin C helps to better absorb iron. So, if a child is prone to anemia, it is recommended to gradually introduce the dish into the children's menu.

When a baby suffers from regular constipation, puree will be an easy remedy. Even small amounts of this product will quickly have a laxative effect. Regular consumption of dried plums provides:

• activation of intestinal function;
• rapid removal of toxins from the body;
• neutralization of harmful bacteria that may be in the digestive tract;
• increased metabolism;
• normalization of heart function.

The benefit of prunes is that the proper functioning of a growing organism depends on it. The child will like the delicate taste of the puree, and there will be no problems with its introduction into the diet. The attractiveness of dried plums is also that they are unpretentious in preparation.

Composition and nutritional value

Dried plum berries are a real storehouse of nutrients. It contains:

• all the minerals necessary for the baby: phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, sodium;
• almost all essential vitamins;
• pectins;
• cellulose;
• glucose;
• tannins;
• malic, citric, oxalic and salicylic acids.

The calorie content of dried plums is from 230 to 260 kcal per 100 g.

This miracle prune! A great helper in the fight against constipation!

Dried plums are called prunes, most often the “Hungarian” variety. This particular variety has sufficient hardness and sweetness to make it convenient to dry and store. Drying of plums is carried out at a temperature of about 70 oC, which ensures maximum preservation of all vitamins and other useful substances. It is an indisputable fact that fresh plums are healthier than dried ones, but only if it is the summer-autumn season. If we compare dried berries with fresh ones, which are on store shelves in the spring and winter, then in this case prunes become the leader in “healthiness”. This is another reminder that every fruit has its season. It is seasonal fruits that are the most useful and the risk that they were treated with chemicals to extend the shelf life is the least.

What are prunes made of?

Prunes contain the most carbohydrates, water and protein. It contains the least amount of fat.

100 g of prunes on average contains:

• water – 32.4 g
• protein – 2.6 g
• fats – 0.5 g
• carbohydrates – 55.6 g
• fiber (dietary fiber) – 7.1 g
• ash – 1.8 g

The vitamin “cocktail” in prunes is presented:

A (beta-carotene) – 1.08 mg Vitamin B1 (thiamine) – 0.07 mg Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) – 0.16 mg Niacin (vitamin B3 or vitamin PP) – 2.0 mg Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) – 0.5 mg Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) – 0.26 mg Folic acid (vitamin B9) – 3.7 mcg Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) – 3.3 mg

Vitamin E (tocopherol) – 2.5 mg

Content of microelements in prunes:

Iron – 2.48 mg Manganese – 234 µg Copper – 425 µg Selenium – 2.3 µg

1. Zinc – 0.53 mg
2. Prunes are rich in pectin, which has a number of important properties:

• removes toxins from the body;
• normalizes blood cholesterol levels;
• has a positive effect on the functioning of the cardiovascular system and the entire body as a whole.

Prunes as a remedy for constipation

One of the most famous properties of prunes is a mild laxative effect. It is due to the presence of dietary fiber, sorbitol and phenolic components.

I would like to note that it is recommended to introduce prunes into a baby’s diet no earlier than 4 months of age (decoction, infusion), or 6 months (puree). Only after a year can you add prunes to compotes with other fruits, berries and sugar. Prunes are a low allergenic product.

Recipes for making laxative drinks from prunes

1. Infusion of dried prunes

It is the infusion that retains many useful substances, since it cannot be boiled. It is absorbed very quickly in the gastrointestinal tract, as a result of which it acts quickly, but not for a long time. This means that if we need a quick effect, we use an infusion.

We need: - 6-10 dried (under no circumstances smoked!) pitted prunes, - purified boiled water. We wash the berries three times with boiling water, then pour 250 ml of boiling water over the clean dried fruits, close the container tightly and leave for 12 hours. It is more convenient to prepare the infusion in the evening. Strain before use.

The initial portion for infants should be 5 ml (1 tsp). In the absence of negative manifestations (bloating, allergies, etc.), the amount of infusion can be gradually increased until the desired effect is achieved (but not more than 30 ml and after consulting with your pediatrician). It is better to take the infusion in the first half of the day.

• 2.Decoction of dried prunes
• The decoction is absorbed slowly from the gastrointestinal tract and acts for a long time.

To prepare it we need: -100 g of dried (under no circumstances smoked!) pitted prunes -purified water.

We wash the berries three times with cold water, fill them with 500 ml of cold purified water and put them on low heat. After boiling, cook the resulting mixture for 10 minutes, then close the lid tightly and remove from heat.

When the broth has cooled a little, strain it and let it cool to room temperature.

We take the decoction in the same way as the infusion.

Prunes as complementary food

From 6 months of age, you can introduce prunes into your child’s diet in the form of puree. This can be either a one-component dish, consisting of one prune, or an addition to other complementary foods. On our market there are many factory-produced baby foods with the addition of prunes (vegetable and fruit purees, cottage cheese, etc.).

After a year, you can cook compotes with prunes for your baby.

In conclusion, I would like to remind you once again that you should not run to the pharmacy at the first problem with your stool. First, you need to try to improve your bowel movements with proper nutrition, and prunes can be an excellent solution to such a problem as constipation!

Grebenyuk Larisa Vasilievna,

Department of Childhood Diseases, Faculty of Postgraduate Education, ZSMU

How to choose the right dried fruit for puree

At what age can a child be given pork?

The choice of dried fruit should be taken responsibly. There is a danger in buying a product that has been treated with chemicals.

High-quality prunes for puree

The product must have the following characteristics:

1. Its skin should be matte. If it shines, this means that the fruit has been previously treated with glycerin.
2. The berries should be black. The brown color indicates that the manufacturer doused them with boiling water.

Attention! Berries treated with boiling water contain significantly less vitamins.

1. When touched, high-quality prunes do not stick to your hands and do not leave a black mark on them.
2. The taste of a quality product is bright, rich, without bitterness in the aftertaste.
3. If, after soaking in water for half an hour, slightly whitish spots appear, this means that the prunes are of high quality.

Choose between ready-made or homemade purees

To date, controversy continues on this issue. There is no clear opinion about which version of the dish is tastier. When making your own, you should know how to prepare puree correctly. Of the ready-made options, most parents trust Grandma's Basket. The brand has proven itself well. The manufacturer tries to make the best dish for the little one. However, the possibility of deterioration in the basic qualities of the dish still remains. Therefore, women decide to prepare the puree themselves.

The recipe is simple and straightforward. Thanks to him, it is possible to obtain a dish in which all the positive properties are preserved.

The puree is made from the highest quality dried fruits

From what month should prune puree be introduced into complementary foods?

Parents need to know when to give their child prunes. Doctors do not recommend introducing it into complementary foods in the following cases:

• up to six months - for those children who are breastfed;
• up to 4 months - for children who are fed artificial formula.

Menu for an 8 month old breastfed baby

To prevent a new product from causing allergies, it must be introduced into the diet gradually, starting with half a teaspoon. Prunes contain substances that can cause adverse reactions in children under 4 months of age.

Note! It is useful for bottle-fed children to give decoctions and compotes of prunes. This is due to the fact that milk substitute formulas do not provide the body with all the necessary vitamins and microelements.

Another important recommendation from doctors is that you can give prunes when the child has already become familiar with most fruits and vegetables.

How to get maximum benefit?

Prunes are plums dried in a special way. For its preparation, exclusively sweet varieties are used. Hungarian and Renklod are very popular among consumers.

It is also important to clarify in advance at what period the introduction of this complementary food is considered correct. Technology and preparation play an important role. If these criteria are not met, then the risk of causing harm to the still unformed digestive system increases.

It is allowed to give the baby only high-quality samples of dried fruits. Mothers should know the basic criteria for complementary feeding that are used during lactation. When choosing a dish, special attention should be paid to the following factors:

• Height and weight of the baby.
• What level of hemoglobin at a given moment characterizes the baby’s health status.
• Are there any contraindications for use by specialists?
• Features of a child's stool.
• It is important to analyze the consistency and frequency of bowel movements.
• Feces should be of normal color and without additional mucus.
• Features of the functioning of the digestive system.
• Does the child vomit spontaneously?

Pediatricians believe that a baby is completely ready to digest prunes from the age of six months. This view is also supported by the World Health Organization. However, some parents independently decide to give prunes to their children from four months.

Quite often during this period, babies begin to experience the first problems in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. A negative situation with bowel movements develops in children who are breastfed. To prevent constipation, it is advisable to include a small amount of prunes in your diet.

How to make your own prune puree

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There are simple recipes for making prune puree for babies with your own hands.

Cooking without cooking

It should be prepared in minimal quantities and given little by little. If prunes are added to complementary foods in large quantities, the child may have diarrhea.

Homemade prune puree

Note! For this method, the berries must be soft, fleshy and not overdried.

8 pcs. berries are poured into a glass of boiling water. The container in which they are located is covered with a lid, then left for about 10 hours. During this time, the berries will become soft, they are rubbed through a fine sieve.

Boiled prune puree

Making this puree is easy. Dry prunes need to be boiled. 8 berries are soaked in boiling water for 12 hours. The broth can be drained and left for preparing other dishes or added to compote. Place the berries in a small saucepan, add a glass of water and simmer for half an hour over low heat. If the puree is too thick, it can be diluted with broth.

Decoction

For it you need to take about 20 prunes, 500 ml of water and a teaspoon of sugar. Dried fruit must be pitted. Next, place it in a metal container, add water, add sugar and cook until boiling. After the berries boil, turn off the heat and leave them covered for about 15 minutes. After the liquid has cooled, it can be given to the child in small quantities.

Prune decoction

Some housewives advise preparing prunes by pouring boiling water over the dried plum berries and letting them steep for an hour. The aromatic compote for children is ready.

Preparing puree for the winter

To prepare it, you need to take half a kilogram of dried plums. Remove seeds from berries. Wash dried fruits thoroughly under running water, soak for a day in warm water.

Helpful advice. If you soak prunes in boiling water, the berries will increase in volume much faster.

Then add enough water to the prunes so that it is about 2 fingers higher than it. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer over low heat until all the berries are boiled.

After boiling the berries, they need to be transferred to a blender and blended until smooth. This must be done carefully, because the skin may not be completely crushed. The prepared puree should be rolled into jars for the winter.

Delicious and simple recipe

To prepare an amazing prune puree, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients:

• Prunes. If the dish is being prepared for the first time, the amount of dried fruit should not exceed four pieces.
• Regular purified water.

Next, you must follow the following diagram exactly:

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1. All dried fruits must not only be thoroughly washed, but also pour boiling water for at least three hours before cooking. Thanks to this, the prunes will become quite soft. The soaking process can be carried out overnight.
2. It is not recommended to use the water in which dried fruits were located for cooking. That is why it is drained, and the prunes are filled with a new composition.
3. Before cooking, the skin must be removed from each fruit.
4. For thorough grinding, you can use a meat grinder, sieve or blender. The result should be a homogeneous consistency without lumps.
5. If the mixture ends up being too thick, it can be diluted with regular boiled water.
6. Next, the puree should be brought to a boil and immediately removed from the heat.

The dish can be given to the child only after it has reached room temperature. A tasty and healthy dish is guaranteed to please your little one. Additionally, the necessary cleansing of the stomach and intestines is ensured.

Mothers should not forget that puree cannot be stored in the refrigerator. It is recommended to give the baby only fresh food every time. If a jar of baby food is used, it must also be recently opened. Thanks to this, the baby will be able to get the maximum benefit from each food product.

Complementary feeding norms for prune puree by month to one year

To avoid problems, you need to know not only at what age prunes can be given to a child, but also how and how much to introduce them into the diet.

How often to give

For the first time after introducing prunes into complementary foods, you need to wait about a week so that the body can adapt. Then it is administered at two-day intervals, then every other day. If the child tolerates the new dish well, you can switch to daily introduction of prunes as complementary foods.

If an undesirable reaction occurs, the product is discontinued. You can try it again in about a month. If a child suffers from constipation, then he needs to be given prunes more often.

Quantity

Doctors advise strictly following portions. Here's how prunes are introduced into complementary foods:

1. From six months of age, the maximum amount of berries for complementary feeding is 1 teaspoon.
2. Up to 6 months, compotes and decoctions are given only as a preventive measure.
3. From the age of seven months, berries are already added to purees and porridges.
4. A one-year-old child can eat whole berries. You must remove the pit from them.

What can be combined with

Prunes can be combined with:

• porridge (especially buckwheat);
• desserts;
• fermented milk products;
• nuts;
• dried apricots.

Kefir with dried plums

Further introduction of the product into the baby’s diet

The baby is growing, and complementary feeding includes more and more new foods. After a year, you can try giving your child prunes not only in the form of purees or drinks, but also as whole fruits. When other products are added to the diet, they should be used in combination with prunes. Turkey, chicken, and rice porridges go well with it. Sauces are made from dried plums.

What can you combine prunes with?

Prunes are successfully combined with other dried fruits. Pairs especially well with dried apricots. If the child is healthy, then after a year you can try giving him assorted compotes.

Dried plums are combined with dairy products: cottage cheese, kefir, yogurt. Based on them, you can prepare healthy and tasty desserts for a baby over a year old with the addition of ground nuts.

Turkey and rice meat balls with prunes:

• Boil turkey meat (30 g), rice (100 g) separately:
• mix rice with egg yolk (one piece), and add mashed prunes (two pieces);
• Grind the turkey meat in a blender, roll into balls, cover with a layer of rice on top;
• Place the resulting balls in a baking container. Baking time twenty-five minutes at 180 °C;
• serve with low-fat sour cream.

Buckwheat porridge with prunes (for children over two years old)

Nutritional problems when introducing prune puree

Despite the fact that prunes are one of the most useful dried fruits, they should not be given if:

• overweight;
• diabetes mellitus;
• tendency to allergic reactions.

Dried plums can cause allergies. Her symptoms are:

• rash and redness on the skin;
• anxiety;
• irritability;
• decreased appetite;
• disturbing dream.

Such an allergy may appear if the mother introduces prunes to the menu. Then she should give up dried plums. There is a danger that a child will develop intestinal colic after breast milk that contains prune substances.

Allergy to prunes

Severe allergies in newborns are very rare. The greatest dangers for infants are Quincke's edema and anaphylactic shock.

Finally, if complementary feeding standards are not followed, the child develops diarrhea. If it is prolonged, then the baby becomes dehydrated. In infants it is dangerous even with the loss of a small volume of water.

Prune puree is a healthy vitamin dish for children starting from six months of age. It is introduced into complementary foods to saturate the body with essential vitamins and microelements. If you give a lot of dried plums, an allergic reaction may develop.

Time to eat prunes

• The World Health Organization is developing age standards for when different types of foods can be given as complementary foods. Experts also have a special opinion about prunes: they recommend introducing dried fruit to babies at 6 months.
• In practice, it often happens that an infant is ready to get acquainted with the product at the age of 4-5 months, but the most accurate recommendation will be given to you by a pediatrician, armed with your baby’s medical record.
• Sometimes complementary feeding with prunes begins when the baby is 3 months old. Such early acquaintance takes place only for medical reasons: more often with intestinal disorders or problems with stool.

Decoction, infusion or puree of prunes is added to various dishes, for example, porridge, cottage cheese, fruit soups for a sweet taste. This application has a practical component. There are children's dishes that, despite their benefits, can cause stool retention. These include: rice porridge, banana or pear puree, and baked goods. If you add prunes to them in one of the proposed types, you will avoid such an unpleasant consequence as constipation.

A little about the benefits

Since prunes are obtained from plums, there are no significant differences. Therefore, if it is possible to use fresh plums, then preference is given to it.

But in winter and autumn, it is difficult to find fresh cream, and the imported foreign milk is not very suitable for baby food. This is where prunes come in handy.

Dry berries contain a huge amount of potassium, which has a beneficial effect on the heart. It also contains phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, iron, zinc, and sodium.

It also contains vitamins A, E, K, and PP in sufficient quantities. Dried plums are a good source of pectin. If anyone doesn’t know, pectin helps remove various harmful substances from the body and affects blood circulation.

Almost every person knows that prunes are a mild, natural laxative. But this is not all of his abilities.

• Diuretic
• Choleretic
• Has a beneficial effect on heart function
• Reduces the likelihood of bacteria such as staphylococcus
• Reduces blood pressure
• Normalizes the metabolic process
• the fruit is able to instantly restore strength (very high in calories)
• Removes toxins

Impressive, isn't it? Maybe you know other abilities of dried plums? Tell me.

Beneficial properties of prunes - how does it affect the intestines?

Dried plum is a source of vitamins, macro- and microelements, polysaccharides and bioflavonoids. It contains a lot of vitamin C and folic acid, as well as B vitamins, which are necessary for proper intestinal function.

What are the benefits of prunes:

• eliminates the feeling of heaviness after eating;
• relieves belching and heartburn;
• prevents stagnation of feces, softens it;
• restores microflora;
• has antispasmodic and mild analgesic effects.

As a result, due to fiber and pectins, stool increases in size, and the smooth muscles of the intestine begin to contract, its tone increases. The process of defecation occurs.

It is important! During research at ETH Zurich, it was discovered that prunes contain acrylamide. This toxic compound damages brain cells and causes breast and bladder cancer

But it should be noted that the substance is released when any product is heated at a temperature above 100 degrees

This toxic compound damages brain cells and causes breast and bladder cancer. But it should be noted that the substance is released when any product is heated at temperatures above 100 degrees.

When does the remedy work and to whom is it prohibited?

The effect of taking compote or pureed prunes to relieve constipation is individual; in some children, softening of the stool is observed during the day, in others it may take 2-5 days before the laxative effect of the dried fruit.

Before using dried fruit, you should consider contraindications to using berries for a child with constipation:

• individual intolerance to prunes; if atypical reactions occur - abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, you should immediately seek qualified medical help;
• allergic reaction in children in the form of rashes on the body, peeling of the skin or provocation of atopic dermatitis;
• the presence of severe diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and other organs - ulcerative processes, congenital pathologies, diabetes mellitus;
• if the child has colic and the mother has flatulence, prunes aggravate the problem, causing fermentation with increased gas formation.

You should not overuse prunes, as it can worsen constipation. If problems with bowel movements occur, the best option is to seek help from a doctor, adjust the drinking regime and diet of the nursing mother and child.

When an infant appears in the house, parents try to provide proper care for the child, help him develop properly and adapt to the outside world. During this period, adults have to face various difficulties. One of these problems is frequent constipation and indigestion in infants (mainly up to one year). Prunes, which can be used to relieve constipation in infants, will help cope with the problem.

Constipation occurs for several reasons:

• if the mother eats fixative foods in large quantities (green bananas, flour, mashed potatoes, boiled rice);
• due to poor quality or unsuitable formula for the child;
• from the introduction of complementary foods (with poor adaptation of the child’s body to new food, intestinal dysbiosis and constipation begin).

Prunes for children: from what age

Artificial babies and children suffering from constipation can be given fruits early. Prunes are sometimes offered to a one-month-old baby in the form of a decoction after feeding, but only as a last resort, after consultation with a doctor.

General recommendations for introducing complementary foods:

• The first portion should be 0.5–1 tsp. puree or no more than 20 ml of compote. It is advisable to give the product independently, after the main feeding in the morning or at lunchtime.
• If the baby does not have indigestion, skin rash or other allergic reactions during the day, the portion is increased to 3 tsp, and the volume of the drink is increased to 50 ml.
• Offer prunes to the child 2-3 times a week, alternating with other fruits.

Children under two years old can be given 2-3 fruits or 0.5 cups of compote once. At 4–5 years old you can eat up to 5 pieces at a time. It is undesirable to eat larger quantities due to the laxative properties of prunes. For the same reason, you should not combine it with kefir, sour fruits, and juices. This product is best compatible with cottage cheese and porridge. You can also add prunes to meat purees, vegetable stews and salads, gravies, sweet fillings for pies and other desserts.

Before offering it to your baby, be sure to rinse dried fruits with running water. To soften it, it is advisable to douse it with hot steam or soak it in boiling water for 5–10 minutes. You should not eat dry milk, otherwise you may experience stomach discomfort and increased gas formation.

Gerber

The price of the product is slightly higher than previous options. The composition contains only two ingredients - prunes and water. Many mothers note the pleasant and discreet taste of puree, which many babies like.

Thus, prune puree is an indispensable tool for normalizing the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. The product itself has a pleasant and sweetish taste, which will become a treat for your baby. What’s better: making prune puree yourself or purchasing a finished product is up to mom to decide.

For the little ones

If the baby has not yet reached the recommended age for consuming prune puree, then there are alternative methods for this case. In order for the desired result from the fetus to appear, the nursing mother can eat it herself in small quantities. With mother's milk, components important for the normal functioning of the intestines will be transferred to the baby, and he will be able to get rid of feces without effort. In addition, you can limit yourself to prune compote. It is recommended to give half a teaspoon of the decoction to the baby or drink it yourself. In any case, after use it is necessary to monitor the baby’s reaction.

We cook ourselves

Many mothers know the healing properties of prune puree for babies with constipation, but not everyone trusts store-bought products. Some manufacturers add starch from rice to their composition for a more viscous consistency, which can cause an allergic reaction. To be completely confident in the quality of the product, it is better to make prune puree with your own hands. The cooking process will not take much effort and time, and the end result is guaranteed to be a tender and tasty dish. Next, we’ll tell you how to make prune puree for babies. To prepare it you only need two ingredients: prunes and purified water. The work process is as follows:

1. First, the dried fruit must be thoroughly washed, poured with boiling water and allowed to brew for at least three hours.
2. When the fruits become soft, you can proceed to cooking. The liquid in which the prunes were infused must be drained and filled with a small amount of new and clean water (about 150 ml).
3. Then you should put the container with prunes on the fire and cook for twenty minutes.
4. You need to remove the skin from each fruit, and to ensure that the prune puree for babies has a uniform consistency, you should use a blender, sieve or meat grinder.
5. The last step is grinding. As a result, the mass should be without lumps. You can dilute the thick puree with prune decoction.

As it turns out, it’s not at all difficult to make prune puree for babies with your own hands. It is only necessary to follow certain rules when introducing complementary foods. So, if the baby is trying this product for the first time, the number of dried fruits in the puree should not exceed three berries.

Will prunes help a baby with constipation?

When feeding with artificial formulas, you can prepare a medicinal compote. It has almost the same effect as the fruits themselves. Powdered formulas are absorbed much worse than breast milk. Therefore, in “artificial” people, stool retention is observed much more often. The medicinal compote will help improve digestion even in a small child. It is allowed to be given starting from the age of three months.

After six months, you can include puree in your diet. The starting dosage is half a teaspoon (during morning feeding). It is gradually increased to 20-30 g. It is allowed to add the ground mass to the porridge. Usually, after this, existing problems with bowel movements are completely eliminated.

Constipation Recipes for Babies

Some parents prefer to buy commercially produced products. Puree from jars has laxative properties. However, you can easily prepare it yourself at home.

Puree

You will need clean ceramic dishes and boiling water. Select 7-8 large fleshy fruits and wash them thoroughly. Then the prunes are poured with boiling water and left for 6-7 hours. You can do this in the evening to make fresh puree in the morning. Softened dried fruits are removed from the liquid and rubbed through a sieve with large mesh.

If the plums are severely dehydrated, you can boil them. The fruits are first poured with boiling water and kept in the liquid for up to 12 hours. Then they are placed in a saucepan, cold water is added and the dishes are placed on low heat for 25-30 minutes. After this, the prunes are crushed using a blender.

It is undesirable to add sugar, as it interferes with the breakdown of nutrients in the intestines. In addition, it can lead to a shift in the composition of the microflora, which will cause dyspepsia.

Compote

Dried fruits (10 pieces) are sorted and washed with warm running water. The fruits are placed in a thick-walled pan. Add 300 ml of cold water to the prunes and bring it to a boil. Boil the dried fruits for 10-15 minutes, then remove the container from the heat and add a little honey to the liquid (if the child is not allergic to it). If the baby is not yet 1 year old, use a safer sweetener, such as glucose.

Infusion

Finely chop 100 g of prunes with a knife and pour in 500 ml of boiling water. The dishes are covered with a lid and wrapped in a terry towel or other bulky fabric. The liquid is infused for 12-14 hours. The child is given 100 ml of decoction in the morning - 30 minutes before meals. For children of middle and high school age, the dosage is doubled.

Decoction

The fruits are cut with a knife and placed in a pan. For every 5 dried fruits add 200 ml of water. The container is placed on low heat, brought to a boil and boiled for 25-30 minutes. Then the resulting liquid is cooled and filtered through cheesecloth.

The recommended dosage for children under 3 years of age is 50 ml in the morning (25-30 minutes before meals). When treating a child aged 3-6 years, the amount of medicinal decoction is doubled. Schoolchildren can take 150-200 ml of the product (depending on body weight).