Lucky Charms

sweetened cereal • For 5+ year old children • Consumable 🍝

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Is this kid-friendly to eat Lucky Charms?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Safety Score: 4/10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Lucky Charms contains 28 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (28 found)

Natural and Artificial Flavor

⚠️4/10

Cannot determine exact substances in natural and artificial flavor may be a misreading or typo ingredient is too vague for safety assessment

Confidence: LOWView Details

Sugar

✅3/10

Sugar is generally safe for children over 5 but excessive intake can contribute to dental caries and obesity likely used for taste

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Trisodium Phosphate

✅3/10

Trisodium phosphate is generally recognized as safe in small amounts as a food additive for children over 5 years but excessive intake may affect mineral balance. Used as a pH adjuster or emulsifier.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Red 40

✅3/10

Red 40 is a common synthetic dye approved for food use including in products for children over 5 years but may cause mild allergic reactions or hyperactivity in sensitive kids

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Yellow 6

✅3/10

Yellow 6 is an FDA approved synthetic dye used in foods including baby products. Minor concerns exist due to potential allergic reactions and hyperactivity in sensitive children.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Corn Syrup

✅2/10

Corn syrup is generally safe for children over 5 years but is a source of added sugar and offers little nutritional value

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Salt

✅2/10

Salt is generally safe for children over 5 years in moderate amounts and is used for flavor and preservation

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Yellow 5

✅2/10

Yellow 5 is an FDA approved synthetic dye used in foods including baby products. Some children may have mild allergic reactions or hyperactivity but generally safe for 5 plus years.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Blue 1

✅2/10

Blue 1 is an FDA approved food dye generally considered safe for children over 5 years likely used for coloring

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Dextrose

✅1/10

Dextrose is a simple sugar commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in baby foods and formulas. It is safe for children over 5 years when consumed in normal amounts.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Iron

✅1/10

Iron is essential for growth and development in children over 5 years and is commonly added to food and supplements

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Zinc

✅1/10

Zinc is an essential mineral for children and is safe in age appropriate doses likely included for immune support

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin A

✅1/10

Vitamin A is essential for growth and vision safe in regulated amounts for children over 5 years often added to fortified foods

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Whole Grain Oats

✅0/10

Whole grain oats are safe for children over 5 years and provide fiber and nutrients commonly used in cereals and snacks

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Whole Grain Corn

✅0/10

Whole Grain Corn is safe for children over 5 years as a common food ingredient providing fiber and nutrients with no significant safety concerns.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Corn Starch

✅0/10

Corn starch is widely used as a thickener in foods and is safe for children over 5 years

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Modified Corn Starch

✅0/10

Modified corn starch is widely used as a thickener in foods and is considered safe for children over 5 years

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Gelatin

✅0/10

Gelatin is generally recognized as safe for children over 5 years and is used as a thickener or stabilizer in foods

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin E

✅0/10

Vitamin E is essential for children over 5 years and is safe in regulated amounts often used as an antioxidant in foods

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Calcium Carbonate

✅0/10

Calcium carbonate is safe for children over 5 years as a calcium source and antacid commonly used in food and supplements

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin C

✅0/10

Vitamin C is safe for children over 5 years and is commonly used as a nutrient and antioxidant in foods

Confidence: HIGHView Details

niacinamide

✅0/10

Niacinamide is vitamin B3 commonly used in food and supplements for children and is safe at recommended doses

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin B6

✅0/10

Vitamin B6 is safe and essential for children over 5 years in regulated amounts often added for nutritional support

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin B1

✅0/10

Vitamin B1 also known as thiamine is essential and safe for children over 5 years and is commonly added to food and supplements

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin B2

✅0/10

Vitamin B2 also known as riboflavin is safe and essential for children and is commonly added to food and supplements

Confidence: HIGHView Details

folic acid

✅0/10

Folic acid is safe and essential for children over 5 years often added to foods and supplements to support growth and development

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin B12

✅0/10

Vitamin B12 is essential for growth and safe in age 5 plus in food and supplements likely included for nutritional support

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Vitamin D3

✅0/10

Vitamin D3 is safe and essential for children over 5 years for bone health and is commonly added to food and supplements

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Common Questions About Lucky Charms

Kid-approved? Lucky Charms

Use caution with Lucky Charms for 5+ year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 28 ingredients in Lucky Charms. 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can kids start eating sweetened cereal?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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Safety Analysis: Evaluations are for research only - consult pediatricians for medical decisions.

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