Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK
nutritional drink • For 6-12 month old babies • Consumable 🍝
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Can older babies eat Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK?
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NOT RECOMMENDED
Safety Score: 7/10 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK contains 28 ingredients. 2 concerning, 5 caution. Concerning - Has Problematic Ingredients ⚠️ Monitor for any reactions in older babies.
Check for Different Age (6 available)
Ingredients Analysis (28 found)
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
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
DATEM
⚠️5/10
DATEM is an emulsifier not approved for infant formula in many regions safety for 6-12 months is not well established
Confidence: HIGHView Details
M. ALPINA OIL
⚠️4/10
Cannot confirm what M. ALPINA OIL is and it might be a misreading or a typo so safety cannot be assured
Confidence: LOWView Details
XANTHAN GUM
⚠️4/10
Xanthan gum is sometimes used as a thickener but has been linked to NEC in infants under 12 months caution is advised
Confidence: HIGHView Details
L-CYSTINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE
⚠️4/10
Cannot confirm L-CYSTINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE as a standard ingredient may be a misreading or typo
Confidence: LOWView Details
ASCORBY
⚠️4/10
Cannot identify ASCORBY as a recognized ingredient may be a typo or misreading safety cannot be determined
Confidence: LOWView Details
L-TYROSINE
✅3/10
L-Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid sometimes added for protein balance but not typically needed in infant foods use is generally safe but unnecessary supplementation is not advised
Confidence: MEDIUMView Details
POTASSIUM CITRATE
✅2/10
Potassium citrate is used to regulate acidity and is generally safe in small amounts in baby formula but excess can affect electrolyte balance
Confidence: HIGHView Details
MONOGLYCERIDES
✅2/10
Monoglycerides are emulsifiers commonly used in foods. Generally recognized as safe but limited data for infants under 12 months.
Confidence: MEDIUMView Details
CORN MALTODEXTRIN
✅1/10
Corn maltodextrin is commonly used as a carbohydrate source in baby foods and formulas and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
CASEIN HYDROLYSATE
✅1/10
Casein hydrolysate is used in hypoallergenic formulas and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies with cow milk allergy
Confidence: HIGHView Details
HIGH OLEIC SAFFLOWER OIL
✅1/10
High oleic safflower oil is used as a fat source in baby foods and formulas and is considered safe for infants 6-12 months
Confidence: HIGHView Details
MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES
✅1/10
Medium chain triglycerides are commonly used in infant formulas as a fat source and are considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
SOY OIL
✅1/10
Soy oil is commonly used in infant formula and baby food and is considered safe for 6-12 months unless soy allergy is present
Confidence: HIGHView Details
LUTEIN
✅1/10
Lutein is a carotenoid found in foods and is added to some baby formulas for eye health. It is considered very safe for infants.
Confidence: HIGHView Details
BETA-CAROTENE
✅1/10
Beta-carotene is a safe source of vitamin A for infants and is used as a colorant or nutrient in baby foods
Confidence: HIGHView Details
CALCIUM PHOSPHATE
✅1/10
Calcium phosphate is commonly used in infant formula as a calcium source and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE
✅1/10
Magnesium chloride is used as a mineral source in formula and is safe in regulated amounts for infants
Confidence: HIGHView Details
CALCIUM CARBONATE
✅1/10
Calcium carbonate is commonly used as a calcium source in baby formula and food and is considered safe for 6-12 months
Confidence: HIGHView Details
POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
✅1/10
Potassium chloride is used as a mineral source and electrolyte in baby foods and formulas and is considered safe at regulated levels
Confidence: HIGHView Details
CHOLINE CHLORIDE
✅1/10
Choline chloride is a safe source of choline used in infant formula for brain development and is approved for this age group
Confidence: HIGHView Details
FERROUS SULFATE
✅1/10
Ferrous sulfate is a common iron supplement used in infant formula and baby food to prevent iron deficiency
Confidence: HIGHView Details
TAURINE
✅1/10
Taurine is commonly added to infant formula and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies at regulated levels
Confidence: HIGHView Details
2'-FUCOSYLLACTOSE
✅0/10
2-Fucosyllactose is a human milk oligosaccharide commonly added to infant formula and is considered very safe for babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
C. COHNII OIL
✅0/10
C. cohnii oil is a source of DHA used in infant formula and is considered safe for 6-12 months babies
Confidence: HIGHView Details
ASCORBIC ACID
✅0/10
Ascorbic acid is vitamin C commonly used as a nutrient and antioxidant in baby foods and formulas and is safe for 6-12 months
Confidence: HIGHView Details
INOSITOL
✅0/10
Inositol is safe for infants and is commonly added to formula to support brain development
Confidence: HIGHView Details
Common Questions About Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK
Safe for older babies? Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK
Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.
What ingredients should I watch out for?
We analyzed 28 ingredients in Similac® ALIMENTUM TODDLER DRINK. 2 concerning, 5 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.
Is this appropriate for older babies to eating nutritional drink?
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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