Lucky Charms
sweetened cereal • For 1-2 year old toddlers • Consumable 🍝
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Is this toddler-safe to eat Lucky Charms?
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NOT RECOMMENDED
Safety Score: 7/10 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Lucky Charms contains 28 ingredients. 4 concerning, 3 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Watch for toddler-specific sensitivities.
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Ingredients Analysis (28 found)
Blue 1
🚨7/10
Blue 1 is an artificial dye not approved for infant formula or baby food due to possible allergic reactions and lack of safety data in infants
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Sugar
🚨6/10
Sugar is not recommended for babies 1-2 years due to risk of obesity dental caries and poor nutrition likely used as sweetener
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Salt
🚨6/10
Salt is not recommended in baby food for 1-2 years due to kidney strain and risk of high sodium intake
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Natural and Artificial Flavor
🚨6/10
Natural and artificial flavor is vague and may contain unknown chemicals not recommended for infants flavoring is likely for taste
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Red 40
⚠️5/10
Red 40 is a synthetic dye allowed in foods but may cause allergic reactions or hyperactivity in sensitive children. Use with caution in 1-2 year olds.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Corn Syrup
⚠️4/10
Corn syrup is a sugar source often used as a sweetener but is not recommended for babies due to risk of excess sugar intake
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Yellow 6
⚠️4/10
Yellow 6 is a synthetic food dye approved for use but linked to allergic reactions and hyperactivity in sensitive children. Use with caution in baby foods.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Trisodium Phosphate
✅3/10
Trisodium phosphate is used as a food additive and emulsifier. It is generally safe in small amounts but excessive intake may affect mineral balance in toddlers.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Yellow 5
✅3/10
Yellow 5 is a synthetic dye approved for food use but may cause allergic reactions or hyperactivity in sensitive children. It is sometimes used in baby foods or supplements.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Whole Grain Corn
✅1/10
Whole Grain Corn is generally safe for 1-2 year olds as a food ingredient providing fiber and nutrients. It is commonly used in baby foods.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Dextrose
✅1/10
Dextrose is a simple sugar used as a sweetener and energy source in baby foods and formulas. It is generally safe for 1-2 year olds in moderate amounts.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Modified Corn Starch
✅1/10
Modified corn starch is widely used as a thickener in baby foods and is considered safe for 1-2 years babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Gelatin
✅1/10
Gelatin is generally safe for 1-2 years babies in food and supplements often used as a thickener or stabilizer
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Iron
✅1/10
Iron is essential for babies 1-2 years for growth and development commonly added to baby foods and formula
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Zinc
✅1/10
Zinc is an essential mineral for babies and is commonly added to formula and baby food for growth and immune support
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin B6
✅1/10
Vitamin B6 is safe in regulated amounts for 1-2 years babies and is often added for normal growth and development
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin A
✅1/10
Vitamin A is essential for growth and vision in babies but excess can be toxic. Used for nutrition in baby foods and formulas.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin D3
✅1/10
Vitamin D3 is safe and recommended for 1-2 year olds in regulated doses to support bone health and development
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Whole Grain Oats
✅0/10
Whole grain oats are safe for 1-2 years babies commonly used in baby foods as a source of fiber and nutrients
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Corn Starch
✅0/10
Corn starch is commonly used as a thickener in baby foods and is considered safe for 1-2 years babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin E
✅0/10
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient safe for 1-2 year olds in regulated amounts and is often added for its antioxidant benefits
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Calcium Carbonate
✅0/10
Calcium carbonate is commonly used as a calcium source in baby foods and formulas and is considered very safe for 1-2 years
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin C
✅0/10
Vitamin C is safe for 1-2 years babies in food and formula and supports immune health and acts as a preservative
Confidence: HIGHView Details
niacinamide
✅0/10
Niacinamide is vitamin B3 commonly used in baby formula and supplements safe at regulated levels for 1-2 years
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin B1
✅0/10
Vitamin B1 also called thiamine is essential for babies and is safe in regulated amounts in food and formula
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin B2
✅0/10
Vitamin B2 is riboflavin an essential nutrient often added to baby foods and formulas safe at regulated levels
Confidence: HIGHView Details
folic acid
✅0/10
Folic acid is essential for growth and development and is commonly added to baby foods and formulas
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin B12
✅0/10
Vitamin B12 is essential for babies and is safe in regulated amounts in food formula and supplements
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Common Questions About Lucky Charms
Toddler-friendly? Lucky Charms
Lucky Charms is not recommended for 1-2 year old toddlers due to potentially harmful ingredients.
What ingredients should I watch out for?
We analyzed 28 ingredients in Lucky Charms. 4 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.
When can toddlers eating sweetened cereal?
The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 1-2 year old toddlers. Use the age selector above to check other ages.
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