"Gold mixed with water" should not be allowed to drink by newborns
Department of Medicine by the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health revealed that the gold necklace Coins of dimes or gold jewelry, such as rings, watches, earrings, put in a water bottle or a feeding bottle for children to drink at risk of developing gastrointestinal infections.
Somsak Akasil, MD, Director-General, Department of Medical Services Revealed that newborns should drink only breast milk for at least 6 months, after 6 months should receive supplements according to their age. Bringing heavy metals such as gold chains in milk or water for children to drink Is something that should not be done Since there may be contamination of pathogens with necklaces or jewelry. May result in gastrointestinal infections and diarrhea, gold may also contain other heavy metals, such as cadmium, lead, mercury, which are extremely dangerous.
Dr. Adisai Phattatang, director of the Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health , Department of Medical Affairs added that Queen Sirikit National Institute of Child Health Be aware of safety And healthy growth of the baby The rulers take gold Or other accessories Made of gold or other heavy metals Come and mix water or milk for the baby to drink. Increases the risk to the baby's physical health Due to the components or methods of producing gold Gold is used chemically and mixed with other metals through heat that softens the gold to shape various shapes, plating or using forging steel to achieve shape. Because it will get dangerous As for the introduction of dimes coins Or copper coins to mix water or milk The greater the risk that the child will be harmed Because the coin of dimes is made of metal with a copper-plated iron filling If copper is ingested, it can be toxic to the body. It affects the liver and brain.
Summary Newborns -6 months drinking only breast milk for at least 6 months after 6 months feeding supplementary food according to their age with breast milk. Fruits and vegetables contain vitamins that help keep skin bright. Do not take any other heavy metal or gold. Mixed in water or milk for children to eat The belief that gold is mixed in milk or water for children to eat. It will result in babies having good skin, which is not medically correct.
