Can an one year old take manuka honey to cure cough?

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infant botulism is the issue. The recommendation is no honey before 1 year but my home country (NZ) recommend post 2 years of age. basically, an infant can ingest bacteria that produce toxins that they are not developed enough to manage. By 2 years of age, you have enough balance/helpful bacteria to manage any worst case bacteria scenario. 1 year they say or personal choice lowest risk at 2 years. Also, consider if you have given any antibiotics within 1 year you have killed any good bacteria in the digestive system. I can't do without manuka honey or any honey actually - so helpful for the kids now.

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Yes, as long as it is above 1 year old. Do check with them for children usage version!

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Yes you can once they are over 1 year old. Go for UMF5 for children

Yes can. As long as child is above a year old.

Yes.mix it with warm water for best results.

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yes can, just not too often

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1yo above can

Yes you can!