NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND
granola • For 6-12 month old babies • Consumable 🍝
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Can older babies eat NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND?
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NO - AVOID
Safety Score: 8/10 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND contains 23 ingredients. 2 avoid, 5 concerning, 3 caution. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.
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Ingredients Analysis (23 found)
Honey Roasted Almond Butter
🚫8/10
Honey is unsafe for babies under 12 months due to botulism risk. Almond butter poses allergy risk. Honey roasted almond butter combines both risks for 6-12 month babies.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
honey
🚫8/10
Honey poses a risk of infant botulism in babies under 12 months so it is unsafe for 6-12 month olds despite being a natural sweetener in baby foods.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Salt
🚨7/10
Salt can harm infant kidneys and increase risk of hypertension it is often used for flavor but should be avoided in baby foods
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Almonds
🚨6/10
Almonds pose a choking hazard and allergy risk for babies 6-12 months. They are sometimes included in baby foods but must be finely ground and introduced cautiously.
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
almonds
🚨6/10
Almonds pose a choking hazard and allergy risk for babies 6-12 months. They are sometimes included in baby foods but must be finely ground and introduced cautiously.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Fructose
🚨6/10
Fructose is a simple sugar not recommended for infants due to risk of excess sugar intake and possible GI issues often used as a sweetener
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Corn Syrup
⚠️5/10
Corn syrup is used as a sweetener but may promote unhealthy eating habits and excess sugar intake in infants
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
Vegetable Glycerin
⚠️4/10
Vegetable Glycerin is not standard in baby food or formula and safety data for infants is limited so use is not recommended
Confidence: LOWView Details
maltodextrin
✅2/10
Maltodextrin is commonly used as a carbohydrate source and thickener in baby foods and formula and is generally considered safe for 6-12 months
Confidence: HIGHView Details
palm oil
✅2/10
Palm oil is commonly used in infant formula as a fat source and is generally considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Barley Malt Extract
✅2/10
Barley malt extract is generally safe as a flavoring and carbohydrate source but may pose minor allergy or gluten concerns for babies 6-12 months.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Baking Soda
✅2/10
Baking soda is generally safe in small amounts as a leavening agent or pH regulator but should be limited due to sodium content for babies 6-12 months.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Rice Flour
✅1/10
Rice flour is commonly used in baby foods for texture and nutrition and is generally safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Palm Kernel Oil
✅1/10
Palm Kernel Oil is commonly used in baby formulas as a fat source and is generally safe for babies 6-12 months with no significant concerns.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
mixed tocopherols
✅1/10
Mixed tocopherols are forms of vitamin E used as antioxidants and are considered safe in baby foods and formula
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Canola and/or Sunflower Oil
✅1/10
Canola and sunflower oils are commonly used safe fats in baby foods for 6-12 months providing essential fatty acids and energy with minimal risk.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Whey
✅1/10
Whey is a common protein in infant formula and baby food safe for 6-12 months unless cow milk allergy is present
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Soy Lecithin
✅1/10
Soy lecithin is commonly used as an emulsifier in baby foods and formulas and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Corn Starch
✅1/10
Corn starch is commonly used as a thickener in baby foods and is generally safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Whole Grain Oats
✅0/10
Whole grain oats are commonly used in baby foods and are safe for 6-12 months if properly prepared
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Vitamin E
✅0/10
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient often added to baby foods and formulas for antioxidant support and is safe at regulated levels
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Common Questions About NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND
Safe for older babies? NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND
NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.
What ingredients should I watch out for?
We analyzed 23 ingredients in NATURE VALLEY SWEET & SALTY NUT DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT & ALMOND. 2 avoid, 5 concerning, 3 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.
Is this appropriate for older babies to eating granola?
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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