Sustainability in First Baby Food: Zero-Waste Nutrition for Babies

Starting weaning with a sustainable approach is a great way to take care of the health of your children and the planet. Here is a guide on how to organize a healthy and sustainable diet, reducing waste.

1. Choose 0 Km and Seasonal Ingredients
   Studies have shown that fresh, seasonal vegetables are more nutritious and have a lower environmental impact than imported or out-of-season foods (FAO, 2017). By buying locally, parents can offer their children foods rich in vitamins and minerals without unnecessary impacts on the environment.
   
   
2. Organizing and Planning Baby Food
   Preparing ahead reduces waste and allows you to optimize fresh ingredients. For example, research by Sustainable Nutrition Studies (2021) highlights that storing fresh foods in reusable containers reduces the use of packaging and extends the shelf life of foods, allowing for a more eco-friendly and convenient organization.
   
   
3. Reusable Materials and Containers
   Using glass and silicone containers for baby food, instead of plastic products, not only reduces waste but also prevents microplastics and chemicals from contaminating food. According to a study in the Environmental Health Perspectives Journal (2018), glass and silicone are safe materials for food storage because they do not release dangerous chemicals when in contact with hot or cold foods.

Recipe: Pumpkin and Millet Cream for the Little Ones

A simple, healthy and sustainable recipe, gluten-free and easy to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 200 g of pumpkin
• 1 tablespoon of millet
• 300 ml of homemade vegetable broth (without salt)

1. Preparation: Dice the pumpkin and cook with the millet in the broth until soft, about 15 minutes.
2. Blend: Once soft, blend until you obtain a smooth cream.

This recipe is perfect for introducing new flavors and important nutrients like fiber and vitamins A and C.

The sustainable approach in baby food is increasingly important: from local ingredients to reusable utensils, each choice reduces the environmental impact and contributes to creating healthy lifestyle habits from birth.