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2022-03-03 12:59:09
My son is 6 months old. Why is it not advisable to give cow milk to 6-7months old baby? Or is it fine to start giving cow milk to him?
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Cow's milk protein is a common allergen hence it is advisable to start drinking cow's milk for  after a year, however one can use cow's milk for preparation of porridge, daliya, kheer etc after 6 months.

Answered2022-03-03 13:49:10

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