Juice

[DavidsMomma]

This is probably a silly question, but at what point/age do you stop giving juice that is 50% juice, 50% water?

[aisling]

It is up to you really.  I still dilute juice for myself! I find it too sweet and thick and I like just a hint of flavour.  I am a big water fan, so no surprise DS is.  In many instances "juice" is not juice but from concentrate that has hidden or added sugars. The main concern at this age is tooth decay and filling up on empty calories. Pure juice is good though if you have a tough time getting fruit into your LO as it is a good source of minerals and vits.  Everything in moderation I suppose.

HTH,

Aisling x

[DavidsMomma]

Good to know!  Thank you. 
I just wasn't sure what the reason for diluting the juice was and always forget to ask when at the docs.  We only use 100% juice and are also big water fans here... DS' first word with more than one syllable was water bottle, it comes out all jumbled and so funny!  He is completely obsessed with my water bottles and drinking from them.   
Thank you again Aisling!

[daybyday]

Aisling's post could've been written by myself! 100% the same! 

[aisling]

 

[jumblebox]

Was kinda wondering "when", myself. DP isn't very diligent about diluting.  And if I say "feed him xyz and a fruit or vegetable", he pulls out the V8 Fusion... which is 100% juice - part fruit & part veg.