TOP 5 children's dairy-free cereals: composition, which comparison is better, reviews

One of the first foods that are introduced into the baby's diet is porridge. You can buy them or make them yourself. However, it is most convenient to use baby cereals of industrial production - their preparation does not take much time, you just need to dilute the cereals with water and the most useful breakfast for your baby is ready.

Nutritionists recommend introducing complementary foods, starting with cereals of industrial production, because they are: produced in powder form and in this form are better absorbed in the intestines, and also contain useful vitamins and minerals. In this review, we will definitely figure out how to choose exactly the kind of porridge that suits your child.

Top 5 manufacturers of dairy-free cereals for children

The most popular among consumers are such brands of baby cereals as:

• "Milupa";
• "Bebi Premium";
• Nestle;
• "Gerber";
• "Hipp".

The porridges of these brands are presented both on the shelves of stores in Russia and on the Internet. To figure out which manufacturer is better, I analyzed these brands using the example of dairy-free rice porridge. Let's proceed to a detailed review.

"Milupa"

The presented porridge has a good composition (does not contain salt, sugar, palm oil and other undesirable components). It also includes vitamins and minerals that strengthen the child's immunity, but serve as a source of allergies.

The price of porridge is not high, it is widespread in various retail outlets. The Milupa brand also produces such types of cereals: buckwheat, oatmeal, corn - they are also suitable as the first complementary food.

“Dairy-free porridge with a neutral taste, does not contain salt, sugar and other nasty things. Stir until smooth, which is a huge plus. Not disgusting in taste, it is diluted with a mixture, breast milk or just water. Our child successfully eats it in all variants. «

"Bebi Premium"

Porridge is enriched with prebiotics, which have great benefits for digestion, helping to gently and gently form the intestinal microflora of the baby.

It is free of major allergens such as lactose and gluten. Due to this, porridge can be introduced starting from 6 months, it is well absorbed and spares the immature microflora of the children's intestines.

It will take you a minimum of time to cook this porridge, its consistency is homogeneous, therefore, it is suitable for babies who do not yet have teeth.

Due to the fact that it contains many vitamins, it is of great benefit to bones and teeth. Also, this product contributes to strong immunity and the harmonious development of the child.

“I highly recommend this porridge. It does not contain sugar, salt and other unnecessary things. And fruit puree will give it a brighter taste ”.

"Nestle"

The Nestle dairy-free porridge contains one cereal, which is ideal for the first feeding, since it is clearly possible to track whether the child is allergic to this component or not. Nestlé rice porridge is free of allergens and gluten protein, which some children may not absorb. Therefore, the composition of the porridge is universal and suitable for both children with lactose and gluten intolerance and healthy babies. It also contains B1 vitamins and beneficial BL probiotics to help promote healthy digestion, healthy gut microbiota and a stronger immune system.

“Porridge is tasteless, does not contain sugar - these factors do not contribute to its willing use by a child. Therefore, my child, as in the case of the "Milupa" porridge, eats it with the addition of fruit puree. "

"Gerber"

Rice for dry dairy-free Gerber porridge is grown on farms under the strict supervision of specialists. The most important components (iron, calcium, bifidobacteria) are added to the porridge, which contribute to the proper maturation of the intestinal microflora.

Gerber baby porridge: easy to use, does not contain allergens, is enriched with useful minerals, does not contain GMOs and preservatives, which significantly impair the quality of products. The peculiarity of this porridge is that its packaging is enriched with nitrogen, due to which a longer storage of products is ensured.

»Awesome dairy-free rice porridge without sugar. We ordered it from various online outlets many times, as our child liked it. During the time we have been eating it, even the design of the packaging has changed. "

"Hipp"

Dairy-free organic rice porridge HIPP is a dry cereal made from organic rice, produced using a special technology. They do not require cooking, but are simply diluted with water. Possesses low allergenicity, as it does not contain many extraneous additives, but consists only of organic rice and vitamin B1, which contributes to the better functioning of the nervous system.

“With this Hipp rice porridge, your child's diet will become more varied. Our child did not want to eat buckwheat porridge in any way, and he ate this rice by both cheeks. Simply delicious! I love that Hilpp is making organic products, which is so important for children. "

What to look for when choosing baby porridge

• Baby's age. When choosing porridge for the first feeding for a child, it is important to focus on the age indicated on the label. Do not buy cereals that are not appropriate for your baby's age. Moreover, try to introduce the selected product several months later than stated on the label - this way you will not harm the developing gastrointestinal tract of the child.
• Cow's milk protein is a powerful allergen, keep this in mind when choosing porridge. Carefully check which milk component is part of the porridge: it is either cow's milk or the milk mixture on which the porridge is cooked. It is best to choose milk porridge for the first complementary foods from well-known manufacturers, so you will definitely be sure that you are giving a quality product to your child.
• Probiotics and various other supplements. Higher priced cereals often contain probiotics, vitamins and minerals to aid in better absorption.This does not mean that you need to eat only such cereals, however, if the baby is tormented by gaziks or the tummy often hurts, you should pay attention to the cereals of such brands as Hipp and Gerber - they make the process of assimilating the porridge much easier , as well as enrich the child's immature intestines with beneficial bacteria.
• Content of salt, sugar and other unnecessary preservatives. Often, the manufacturer adds salt, sugar and other unhealthy substances to baby porridge, as they improve the taste of the porridge and the baby eats it with great appetite. Try to pay attention to the content of these substances, because no matter how manufacturers assure them of their safety, it is better that the porridge for the first feeding is as natural as possible.

I am glad if this review helped you choose the most delicious and healthy porridge for your baby's first feeding. Such cereals will help not only quickly feed the child, but also carve out time for mom for herself. Good luck and happy motherhood. We are waiting for your comments with regards to the outlined topic.