According to an Australian study, mothers are giving junk food to their newborn babies in place of breast milk. The study also mentions that infants who are eating ice creams, French fries, and soft drinks can become obese in the later period of their lives.

The Australian scientists examined the percentages of ‘non-core’ foods and beverages that the Australian babies ate in the first year after their birth.

The ‘non-core’ food items are not given to newborns, because of the presence of high percentages of salt, sugar, and fat in these things.

As per the study, one out of four mothers gave cakes, biscuits, and fruit juice to their babies, when they were just six months old.

Some babies were only four weeks old, when they were fed these fatty, salty, and sugary foods.

The leading researcher of the study, Dr. Jane Scott said that this is a matter of great concern because starting junk food at such an early phase of life can have serious implications in the adulthood.

As per the International guidelines, newborn babies should only be given breast milk for six months and nothing else.

It is also important for the mothers to consult their doctors regarding what food items are suitable for their babies.