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Salted Fish
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Salted Fish
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Protein | 33.9 g |
| Sodium | 5560 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 5 µg |
| Niacin | 4.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 270 mg |
Allergen · Fish
Fish is one of the UK's 14 declarable allergens. Offer it from around six months, then keep offering it — regular exposure is what current guidance recommends, not a single try.
How to serve Salted Fish to babies
6–8 months
Not at this age
Avoid — at 5,560 mg sodium per 100 g (CoFID) it is the saltiest food in this catalogue, and NHS says babies should not eat salty foods.
9–11 months
Not at this age
Still avoid until 12 months, for the same reason.
12–24 months
Mashed
Occasionally, a small amount cooked into a family meal — it counts heavily toward the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
Watch out for
- Go easyunder 12 months
Added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys. Avoid stock cubes, gravy, soy sauce and cured meats; do not salt cooking water.
NHS: foods to avoid
Per 100 g from CoFID (16-010). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
Salted Fish: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat salted fish?
The earliest stage on this page is 12–24 months: Occasionally, a small amount cooked into a family meal — it counts heavily toward the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
How do I cut and serve salted fish for my baby?
6–8 months (Not at this age): Avoid — at 5,560 mg sodium per 100 g (CoFID) it is the saltiest food in this catalogue, and NHS says babies should not eat salty foods.
9–11 months (Not at this age): Still avoid until 12 months, for the same reason.
12–24 months (Mashed): Occasionally, a small amount cooked into a family meal — it counts heavily toward the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
What should I watch out for when giving salted fish to a baby?
Added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys. Avoid stock cubes, gravy, soy sauce and cured meats; do not salt cooking water. Source: NHS: foods to avoid.