Article: Fat Isn't Bad
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It is wise for adults to limit their intakes of fat and cholesterol. That's not necessarily so for children. Fat is a concentrated source of energy and the body's only source of essential fatty acids. About 20-50% of the energy (calories) infants and toddlers consume daily should come from fat.
Your baby has high energy requirements because of rapid growth and development in the first two years of life. Breast milk and formula provide 50% of your baby's calories from fat. Fats are also found naturally in meat, fish and chicken, vegetable oils and cereals.
Babies do not need a low fat diet. There is no evidence that restricting fat in a child's diet benefits them now or later in life.
If you're concerned about your child's weight, don't reduce the portion of healthy food normally received. Instead, limit the intake of sweets and high fat foods such as chips and fried foods. If weight continues to be a problem consult your healthcare professional.
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