Komarovsky called the most harmful porridge

Dr. Komarovsky warned that some cereals can be not only unhealthy, but even harmful, both for children and adults. Among the most harmful, he singled out semolina porridge and called its only advantage - a feeling of satiety.

The swelling of semolina creates the illusion of satiety for a long time. She leaves the stomach for a very long time, - said Komarovsky.

He stressed that at present, most pediatricians strongly do not recommend giving semolina to children under the age of 10 months.

Semolina contains a lot of gluten protein. Some children may have congenital gluten intolerance. And getting this protein at an early age can lead to quite serious problems with the gastrointestinal tract. If there are no such problems, you can give semolina porridge to a child, - said the doctor.

Among other harmful cereals, Komarovsky called instant oatmeal in bags.

Oatmeal will be useful if it is prepared from flakes that need to be boiled, the doctor noted.

Also on the "harmful list" is white rice , which the physician called "none".

Such porridge does not bring any benefit, ”he said.

At the same time, the following remain useful: buckwheat , on the second - oatmeal (not from bags), then barley, millet, corn grits, brown rice, and also flaxseed.