HERSHEY'S special dark

candy • For 6-12 month old babies • Consumable 🍝

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Can older babies eat HERSHEY'S special dark?

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NOT RECOMMENDED

Safety Score: 7/10 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: HERSHEY'S special dark contains 9 ingredients. 2 concerning, 2 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (9 found)

CHOCOLATE

🚨7/10

Chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine which can be harmful to babies 6-12 months. It may cause digestive issues and is not recommended in baby food or formula.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

SUGAR

🚨6/10

Added sugar is not recommended for babies under 12 months due to risk of obesity dental issues and poor nutrition likely used for sweetness

Confidence: HIGHView Details

COCOA PROCESSED WITH ALKALI

⚠️5/10

Cocoa processed with alkali is treated to reduce acidity and bitterness. It contains caffeine and theobromine which are not recommended for babies under 12 months. Use with caution.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

NATURAL FLAVOR

⚠️5/10

Natural flavor is vague and may contain unknown substances not recommended for infants under 12 months often used for taste enhancement

Confidence: LOWView Details

SOY

✅2/10

Soy is commonly used in infant formula and baby foods and is generally safe for 6-12 months unless allergy is present

Confidence: HIGHView Details

PGPR

✅2/10

PGPR is an emulsifier used in food products including baby foods in small amounts. It is generally safe but minor concerns exist due to limited infant-specific data.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

COCOA BUTTER

✅1/10

Cocoa butter is a natural fat used in some baby foods and supplements. It is generally safe for babies 6-12 months with no significant concerns.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

MILK FAT

✅1/10

Milk fat is a common safe source of fat in baby foods and formulas for 6-12 months unless baby has milk allergy

Confidence: HIGHView Details

LECITHIN

✅1/10

Lecithin is a common emulsifier and source of choline used in baby foods and formulas. It is generally safe and well tolerated in 6-12 month olds.

Confidence: HIGHView Details

Common Questions About HERSHEY'S special dark

Safe for older babies? HERSHEY'S special dark

HERSHEY'S special dark is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 9 ingredients in HERSHEY'S special dark. 2 concerning, 2 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to eating candy?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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