Cheese is useful primarily because the protein contained in it is absorbed by 95%. It is also a source of calcium and vitamins A and B2. But the high concentration of protein creates a great load on the liver and kidneys of children. There is also a lot of animal fat and salt in cheese, which are poorly absorbed by the immature body.
Rennet is used in the production of cheese, and if you introduce a child to the product too early, there may be malfunctions in the digestive system and pancreas.
Closer to the year, the permeability of the intestinal mucosa decreases, the production of digestive enzymes increases, the immune system improves, the risk of allergies decreases and it’s time to taste cheese.
It is recommended to start with hard varieties. Processed and smoked because of the high fat and salt content are not suitable for children. Cheeses with mold can cause allergies.
So that the tummy does not hurt
During fermentation and production, milk protein is partially broken down, and lactose is extracted from the product. If the label in the column «Carbohydrates» is zero, this cheese is safe for kids with allergies to cow’s milk protein and lactose deficiency.
