Table 4 Mixed feeding practices among 325 infants in Bhaktapur, Nepal1
From: Infant feeding practices in Bhaktapur, Nepal: a cross-sectional, health facility based survey
Food/drinks | % of children reported to receive regularly2 | Median month of starting | Interquartile range |
|---|---|---|---|
Water | 94 | 2 | 1, 4 |
Herbal drops (janamghuti)3 | 71 | 1 | 1, 1 |
Nuts, dates4 | 42 | 2.5 | 1, 5 |
Local porridge/cerelac | 72 | 4 | 2, 6 |
Powder milk | 31 | 3 | 1, 5 |
Animal milk | 49 | 6 | 4, 8 |
Biscuits | 73 | 6 | 5, 7 |
Rice/lentils | 93 | 6 | 6, 7 |
Potato/vegetables | 79 | 6 | 6, 7 |
Breads (home-made or readymade) | 40 | 7 | 6, 8 |
Fruits | 35 | 7 | 6, 8 |
Noodles | 13 | 8 | 6, 8 |
Eggs | 47 | 7 | 6, 8 |
Meats | 28 | 7 | 6 ,8 |