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Shanza Ashraf , Nimra Batool, Qadr iftikhar, Mashita Saleem.

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An infant’s gradual shift from exclusive breastfeeding to the introduction of complementary foods is known as weaning, and it is an important developmental stage. Weaning meals should normally be introduced between the ages of 4 and 6 months, when the baby is growing quickly and has higher nutritional needs. Proper metabolism, good growth, and general development during this stage depend on the provision of foods with balanced nutrition. Legumes and cereal grains are important components of both store-bought and homemade weaning diets. In developing countries, these crops are often the most practical and cost-effective way to give infants foods that are high in protein, minerals, and energy. Therefore, to increase their use in weaning meals, research and development of composite cereal–legume blends are crucial. Promoting baby health and avoiding malnutrition requires an understanding of the significance of supplemental feeding and its proper introduction. Additionally, adding vital vitamins and minerals through fortification and supplementation can greatly improve these meals nutritional value.

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