8 Foods You Shouldn't Feed Your Children

According to studies, it is found that young children suffer from various diseases, one of the prominent being infant botulism, caused by a special type of bacteria that occurs in honey. Such infections at a tender age make their immune system receive a major setback. There are many food items which we as adults may find completely normal and feed to our children. But that is what goes wrong. After carefully analyzing these are some food items that you should not be feeding your child.

1. Fruit juices and soft drinks

If your child is below the age of one, you should definitely refrain from feeding juices and even if they are above one, it is better if their consumption is limited. Generally, fruit juices especially packaged mostly carry lots of sugars contributing to calories and no essential vitamins. Well, feeding soft drinks are just like poison, it contains harmful brominated vegetable oil leading to toxicity affecting your child's skin and even nervous system. Feed them with a fruit smoothie or yogurt which would be a healthier option.

2. Microwave Popcorn

Most parents prefer to feed their child with microwave popcorns which is quite an evening snack. But these popcorns come in bags made of perfluorinated chemicals and when heated emits toxic compounds which are really dangerous for children. Yes, it is quite quick and easy to make but huge damage to your child's health. So why go for this? You can always make some fresh popcorn for your child at home and let them enjoy it as an evening snack.

3. Honey