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Aug 2024
23m 33s

Are Deli Meats Safe for My Baby to Eat?

KATIE FERRARO
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#461: Can babies eat lunch meat? In this episode we’ll look at deli meats and explore whether cold cuts like turkey, ham, roast beef or salami are safe for your baby to eat.  Listen to this episode to learn: How the texture and nutrient profile of deli meats differs…and which ones to avoid Why deli meats are susceptible to foodborne illness…and how to redu ... Show More
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