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Gerber Baby Food Recalls 2021-2023: What Happened?

 

Overview

Did you know that exposure to toxic heavy metals can significantly affect your baby’s brain development? It could lead to a decrease in IQ and possible antisocial behavior in young children. (1)(2)

What’s alarming is that as much as 95% of baby food products from some of the most popular brands in the U.S. contain significant levels of mercury, lead, arsenic, and cadmium. (3)

In tests commissioned by HBBF (Healthy Babies Bright Futures), toxic heavy metals were found in 95% of the 168 commercial baby foods tested. Many were at dangerous levels, higher than the limits set by the FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration). (3)

Last February 2021, the Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy of the U.S. Congress released a detailed Congressional Report on toxic products prepared by seven popular baby food companies. (4)

What were the Subcommittee’s findings, and how did the companies respond? Which products contained high levels of toxic heavy metals? 

Gerber Products Company was among the baby food manufacturers listed in the report. Over the years, Gerber had issued some baby food recalls (and also Gerber formula recalls). But did the new report lead to a recall of the affected Gerber baby foods? 

In January 2023, in response to public clamor, the FDA announced that they’re proposing limits on lead in baby food. They’re also creating a new food safety unit.

Continue reading to learn more.

 

Subcommittee Congressional Report On Toxic Baby Foods

What Baby Food Has Toxic Metals?

The Subcommittee asked the following baby food manufacturers to submit test results of the products that reportedly have high levels of toxic heavy metals: (4)

  • Nurture, Inc. (HappyBABY and Happy Family Organics)
  • Beech-Nut Nutrition Company (Beech-Nut)
  • Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Earth’s Best Organic)
  • Gerber Products Company
  • Campbell Soup Company (Plum Organics)
  • Walmart Inc. (Parent’s Choice)
  • Sprout Foods, Inc. (Sprout Organic Foods)

 

Of these seven companies, only Gerber, Nurture, Hain, and Beech-Nut submitted their test results and internal standards or testing policies to the Subcommittee. (4)

Walmart, Sprout, and Campbell refused to cooperate, according to the Congressional Report. (4)

However, despite complying with the request, the four companies alarmed the Subcommittee over test results that showed heavy metal levels were several times the FDA’s maximum allowable levels. (4)

 

FDA maximum limits in ppb or parts per billion for infant rice cereal: (5)

  • 100 ppb inorganic arsenic

 

FDA maximum limits in ppb for bottled water:

  • 5 ppb cadmium
  • 5 ppb lead
  • 10 ppb inorganic arsenic

 

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) maximum limit in ppb for drinking water (also applies to food):

  • 2 ppb mercury

 

The Subcommittee was alarmed that the companies didn’t correct the heavy metal levels in their raw materials and finished products. Instead, these baby food companies created internal standards with increased limits. (4)

According to their new reports, these companies’ finished products passed because they have higher limits for their internal standards. Yet, the actual results are still several times higher than the FDA standards.

 

Why Is Gerber Not Good For Babies?

The state of Alaska independently tested Gerber baby food products and found dangerously high levels of inorganic arsenic in their infant rice cereals.

The second Congressional report on baby food revealed that despite Alaska’s test results Gerber failed to notify the public and also failed to pull those products from the market.

As head of the congressional subcommittee, Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi states: 

“My Subcommittee’s investigation has pulled back the curtain on the baby food industry, and each revelation has been more damning than the last. 

I’ve released a new report on toxic metals in baby food, including popular brands such as Gerber’s Infant Rice Cereal products containing dangerous levels of inorganic arsenic.   

We trust these companies with our babies, and they have failed us.”

The following are the affected baby food products, based on test results submitted by the companies or third-party organizations: (4)

 

Gerber Products Company

The company declared to the Subcommittee that it doesn’t test the finished products for heavy metal content. Only the raw materials are tested. (4)

 

Mercury:

  • The company doesn’t test for mercury.

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 90 ppb in ingredients from rice flour (67 batches)

 

Lead:

  • Up to 48 ppb in ingredients from sweet potatoes

 

Cadmium:

  • Over 5 ppb in 75% of ingredients from carrots
  • Up to 87 ppb in some tested carrot batches
  • The company doesn’t test the other raw materials or ingredients for this heavy metal.

 

Nurture, Inc. (HappyBABY And Happy Family Organics)

Of all the baby food manufacturers in the Congressional Report, only Nurture regularly tests ingredients and finished products for heavy metals.

Despite the high levels of heavy metals in their finished products, Nurture admitted that the test results aren’t used as a basis for product release. (4)

In response to the investigation, the company wrote to Subcommittee Chairman Raja Krishnamoorthi that heavy metal testing is only done for its internal monitoring program under the company policy. It sold all the tested items, whether they passed or failed. (4)

 

Mercury:

  • Up to 9.8 ppb in the finished product (Banana Sweet Potato)
  • Up to 10 ppb in the finished product (Brown Rice Cereal Canister)

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 100 ppb for over 25% of Nurture finished products
  • Up to 160 in Strawberry & Beet Puffs
  • Up to 160 in Banana & Pumpkin Puffs
  • Up to 180 ppb in Apple & Broccoli Puffs

 

Lead:

  • Up to 10 ppb for close to 20% of Nurture vegetables and rice products
  • Up to 560 ppb in Multi-Grain Cereal Canister
  • Up to 641 ppb in  Blueberry Purple Carrot

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 5 ppb in 65% of Nurture baby products
  • Up to 36 ppb in Strawberry Raspberry
  • Up to 49 ppb for Multi-Grain Cereal Canister

 

Beech-Nut Nutrition Company (Beech-Nut)

According to the Congressional Report, Beech-Nut declared that all its raw materials passed internal standards. But the company had set very high internal maximum levels, so the ingredients actually failed government regulations. (4)

 

Mercury:

  • The company doesn’t test for mercury.

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • More than 300 ppb in additives used in various products
  • Up to 913.4 ppb in raw materials

 

Lead:

  • Up to 886.9 ppb in raw materials

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 344.55 ppb in raw materials

 

Hain Celestial Group, Inc. (Earth’s Best Organic)

According to the Subcommittee report, Hain admitted that it’s only using “theoretical calculations,” not actual test results. (4)

 

Mercury:

  • The company doesn’t test for mercury

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 129 ppb in finished products
  • Up to 309 ppb in ingredients

 

Lead:

  • Up to 352 ppb in a vitamin premix (raw materials)

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 260 ppb in ingredients

 

Campbell Soup Company (Plum Organics)

According to the Subcommittee, the company provided them with a report declaring that each of the finished products “meets criteria. ” 

But the company reportedly refused to provide their actual test results or internal standards and criteria.

The following results are based on data from the Healthy Babies Bright Futures report, instead: (3)

 

Mercury:

  • Less than 0.142 ppb in Just Sweet Potato Organic Baby Food 

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 3.1 ppb in Just Sweet Potato Organic Baby Food 

 

Lead:

  • Up to 5.6 ppb in Just Sweet Potato Organic Baby Food 

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 2.3 ppb in Just Sweet Potato Organic Baby Food 

 

Walmart Inc. (Parent’s Choice)

Walmart didn’t submit any test results to the Subcommittee. The following results are also from the Healthy Babies Bright Futures report, too: (3)

 

Mercury:

  • Up to 0.941 ppb in Little Hearts Strawberry Yogurt Cereal Snack 
  • Up to 2. 05 ppb in Organic Strawberry Rice Rusks

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 56.1 ppb in Little Hearts Strawberry Yogurt Cereal Snack 
  • Up to 108 ppb in Organic Strawberry Rice Rusks

 

Lead:

  • Up to 5.2 ppb in Little Hearts Strawberry Yogurt Cereal Snack 
  • Up to 26.9 ppb in Organic Strawberry Rice Rusks

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 26.1 ppb in Little Hearts Strawberry Yogurt Cereal Snack 
  • Up to 2.4 ppb in Organic Strawberry Rice Rusks

 

Sprout Foods, Inc. (Sprout Organic Foods)

According to the Congressional Report, the company never responded to the Subcommittee. The following results also come from the Healthy Babies Bright Futures report: (3)

 

Mercury:

  • Up to 1.31 ppb in Organic Quinoa Puffs Baby Cereal Snack – Apple Kale.

 

Inorganic Arsenic:

  • Up to 107 ppb in Organic Quinoa Puffs Baby Cereal Snack – Apple Kale.

 

Lead:

  • Up to 39.3 ppb in Organic Quinoa Puffs Baby Cereal Snack – Apple Kale.

 

Cadmium:

  • Up to 41.5 ppb in Organic Quinoa Puffs Baby Cereal Snack – Apple Kale.

 

What Are The Safest Baby Food Brands?

The following are some healthy alternatives to the unsafe products in the report:

  • Serenity Kids
  • Yumi (subscription-based)
  • Little Spoon (subscription-based)
  • Once Upon A Farm

 

Instead of worrying about food recalls, preparing fresh and organic baby foods at home might be a good idea. 

You can buy a baby food maker set such as the Baby Brezza Small Baby Food Maker Set – Cooker and Blender in One or use the appliances you already have in your kitchen in preparing your baby’s food.

Note that rice and rice flour can have high levels of cadmium, lead, and arsenic. It’s best to avoid preparing these foods for your baby.

Healthier alternatives include:

  • Bananas
  • Apples
  • Grapes
  • Hard-boiled eggs
  • Yogurt
  • Peaches
  • Barley with diced vegetables
  • Quinoa
  • Whole or puréed fruits 

 

Sweet potatoes and carrots can also have high levels of lead and cadmium. But they are important sources of vitamin A and other nutrients. 

You’ll still need to include these foods in your child’s diet, but make sure they aren’t taken in excess. (3)

 

Baby Food Safety Act Of 2021

There are so many possible contaminants and harmful ingredients in our food supply. Some of these are from pesticides.

Because heavy metals and other contaminants could greatly affect babies’ body and brain development, Consumer Reports and the US PIRG (Public Interest Research Group) call for the passing of the Baby Food Safety Act of 2021. (6)

If this passes into law, baby food manufacturers will be required to test and disclose their test results to regulators and parents.

The law will also direct the FDA to adopt and implement stricter limits for baby foods.

Consumer Reports and the AAP (American Academy for Pediatrics) call for further changes: (4)

  • Lowering inorganic arsenic maximum levels to 3 ppb in all baby foods; the current FDA and EPA limit is 10 ppb.
  • Lowering maximum cadmium limits to 1 ppb in fruit juices; the current FDA limit is 5 ppb.
  • Lowering maximum lead limits to 1 ppb in all baby foods; the current FDA limit is 5 ppb.

 

Healthy Babies Bright Futures also calls for baby food companies to set a goal of zero inorganic arsenic and lead levels in all baby food products.

 

Was Gerber Recalled In 2021?

Despite being included in the Congressional Report, no Gerber baby food recall was issued afterward.  

The rest of the baby food manufacturers mentioned in the report didn’t issue a recall as well.

To date, only the following Gerber products have been recalled:

 

Gerber Cheese Ravioli Pasta Pick-Ups (2017)

Back in 2017, Gerber Cheese Ravioli Pasta Pick-Ups were recalled, but not because of heavy metals.

  • Date Recalled: March 08, 2017
  • Reasons For Recall: Undeclared egg components (allergens) on the product label. (7)
  • Affected Products: UPC (Universal Product Code) 159070
  • Return or Refund Processing: Call 1-800-510-7494

 

Gerber Organic 2ND FOODS Pouches (2016)

  • Date Recalled: March 24, 2016
  • Reasons For Recall: Packaging defects that may result in product spoilage during handling and transport. (8)
  • Return or Refund Processing: Call 1-800-706-0556

 

Affected Products: (8)

  • Carrots, Apples & Mangoes; with best before dates: July 13, 2016 (batch 51955335XX), and July 14, 2016 (batch 51965335XX)
  • Pears, Carrots & Peas; with best before dates: July 12, 2016 (batch 51945335XX), and July 13, 2016 (batch 51955335XX)

 

Baby Food Recall (News & Updates)

Lawsuit Filed Against Baby Food Companies

Update: March 10, 2023

 

A lawsuit filed in Southern California against baby food companies alleges that these foods, tainted with heavy metals based on the Congressional report, can cause autism and ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder). (9)

Experts help the law team convince the judge by explaining how heavy metals interact with the brain. (9)

 

FDA Plans To Create New Food Safety Unit

Update: February 2, 2023

 

The FDA proposes the creation of the Human Foods Program, a new food safety unit that will focus on the importance of nutrition. According to FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf, the new deputy commissioner for human foods will have clear decision-making authority, ensuring the US food supply’s safety. (10)

The new unit will also be tasked to improve US nutrition to address the declining life expectancy, possibly due to chronic diseases linked with poor nutrition. (10)

 

FDA Proposes New Lead Limits On Baby Foods

In response to public outcry, the FDA proposes new lead level limits for baby food, applicable for children under two years old: (11)(12)

  • Lower than 10 ppb (parts per billion) in fruits, meat, yogurts, most vegetables, custards and puddings, and mixed meals (includes grain and meat-based mixtures)
  • Maximum of 20 ppb in dry infant cereals and also in root crops (such as sweet potatoes, beets, and carrots) because they grow underground and potentially absorb more lead from the soil

 

Although the FDA estimates that these can reduce young children’s lead exposure by 24-27%, baby food safety advocates like Healthy Babies Bright Futures and Consumer Reports hoped for stricter measures. (11)(12)

They point out lead’s serious impact on children’s health, including reduced IQ, neurological and developmental impairment, behavior problems, and ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).

They also want the FDA to address the other heavy metals detected in baby food, such as cadmium and mercury, which aren’t included in the agency’s new proposal. (11)(12)

 

References

(1) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23570911/

(2) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4418502/

(3) http://www.healthybabyfood.org/sites/healthybabyfoods.org/files/2019-10/BabyFoodReport_FULLREPORT_ENGLISH_R5b.pdf

(4) https://oversightdemocrats.house.gov/sites/democrats.oversight.house.gov/files/2021-02-04%20ECP%20Baby%20Food%20Staff%20Report.pdf

(5) https://www.fda.gov/food/metals-and-your-food/arsenic-food-and-dietary-supplements

(6) https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2021/06/09/beech-nut-baby-food-recall-2021-rice-cereal-arsenic/7621243002/

(7) https://www. fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/gerber-issues-allergy-alert-clarify-egg-labeling-cheese-ravioli-pasta-pick-upsr

(8) http://news.gerber.com/news/gerber-is-voluntarily-recalling-two-batches-of-gerberR-organic-2nd-foodsR-pouches

(9) https://fox17.com/news/spotlight-on-america/update-first-court-battle-over-toxic-metals-in-baby-food-set-for-trial-in-2023

(10) https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2023-01-31/after-baby-formula-scandal-fda-announces-new-unit-focused-on-food-safety

(11) https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/24/health/fda-lead-baby-food.html

(12) https://www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/baby-food/fda-proposes-new-limits-for-lead-in-baby-foods-a2167994237/

 

 

 

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The safety of your baby and toddler is of utmost concern to all parents — especially when it comes to the food that you feed them. Here are some safety guidelines, best practices, and baby and toddler food recalls you need to know about.

 

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2021 UPDATE

Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal

The Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal has been recalled in October 2021, due to potential inorganic arsenic present in the packages. The affected batches are sold in April 2021, and here follow all of them:

  • Lot 21083 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of JUN 24 2022.
  • Lot 21084 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of JUN 25 2022
  • Lot 21242 with UPC Code #00681131082907 with a best if used by date of NOV 30 2022

So far there haven’t been any reported incidents, but in case you have it at home, make sure you contact the company for further proceeding or you can return the product to Walmart directly for a full refund.

Earth’s Best Organic Baby Food In Jars

The Earth’s Best Organic has been sued because they have high arsenic levels, lead, and other metals that can be dangerous for the baby’s health. There haven’t been official LOTs recalled from the company, but this matter still remains under deep investigation from the World Health Organization.

Brands like Beech-Nut, HappyBABY, Happy Family Organics, Gerber products, Parent’s Choice, Plum Organics and Sprout Organic Foods are also under investigation for this matter as well, so we’ll keep you posted on any news related in 2022.

Peppa Pig Chocolate Chip Cookies Gable Box

The following product has been recalled on May 20th, 2021 due to potentially consisting of egg which is an allergen. So far, there haven’t been any reported cases, and the company will provide assistance if consumers have any related questions.

Beech-Nut Single Grain Rice Cereal

On June 8th, 2021, the Beech-Nut Nutrition Company has recalled their Single Grain Rice cereal due to potential inorganic arsenic contaminants which can naturally occur in water and food, and that can be hazardous to small kids. The products with UPC Code# 52200034705 have been affected and here you can find out all the details about this.

February 2021 House Oversight Report on Baby Food Contamination

New reports are confirming similar findings to what we saw in 2020: Many top baby foods are contaiminated with heavy metals.

Specifically, new government reporting identifies:

  • Top baby food brands are tainted with high (dangerous) levels of “inorganic arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury“.  
  • These manufacturers ROUTINLY IGNORE internal standards and protocals, continuing to sell these products with dangerously high levels of contamination.
  • By only testing the ingredients, manufacturers are effectively CONCEALING higher levels of metal in the FINISHED product. 

Basically, big brands are getting away with skirting the rules at the expense of our kids!

Some of the baby food brands that are specifically cited are:

  • HappyBaby Organic (we previously reported on this in our 2020 update below)
  • Beech-Nut
  • Gerber
  • Earth’s Best
  • Plum Organics
  • Sprout Organic Foods
  • Parent’s Choice (WalMart Brand)

Recalls have not yet been issued, but we suspect this is more of a criminal / liability issue at this point and the FDA, other government bodies, will need to take proactive measures to hold these brands accountable.  

Of note, some of these brands cooperated with the government and shared documents, but 3 companies did not! Time to name and shame WalMart, Sprout Organics Foods, and Plum Organics (recall 2015 under parent company is Campbell’s Soup)

What Can We Do?

  1. Contact your US elected officials to ensure they punish / hold these brands accountable
  2. AVOID rice-based baby products (rice grows in water, hyper absorbent of harmful substances)
  3. SWITCH to other grain based products (oatmeal, etc…)
  4. MAKE YOUR OWN baby food with whole, home processed ingredients
  5. Consider purchasing “freshly made organic” baby food from Yumi or Little Spoon.

Sources

  • The House Committe on Oversight and Reform Study
  • USA Today

A new recently released study from HealthyBabyFood.org has found that 95% of mainstream baby foods tested contained toxic levels of chemicals that can lower IQ in infants, including arsenic and lead.

The highest risk food groups include:

  • Many rice-based puff snacks
  • Teething biscuits and rice husks
  • Infant rice cereal
  • Fruit juices
  • Carrots and sweet potatoes

One clear area to avoid is obviously RICE-BASED products. We recently conducted an in-depth comparison of Rice vs Oatmeal Cereals and strongly came out in favor of oatmeal as the best option.

What Do You Do If Your Baby Food Has Been Recalled?

Firstly, don’t panic. Baby food product recalls in the US are generally done proactively. Most products, especially baby and toddler food products don’t get recalled because of the strict guidelines and safety standards in place.

Make sure to keep checking this list to get the latest recalls. Because baby and toddler food recalls are so rare in the US, this list will not get updated very frequently, but we’ll be on the lookout for any new recalls to tell you about and update the list as needed.

Follow the instructions in place of the recall. Most of the time getting your original purchase price back is fairly straightforward.

Throw out any products you find in your home that have been recalled. It’s always better to be safer than sorry when it comes to the safety of your little ones with a recalled product.

Food Safety Standards in the US

The US has very strict safety standards and guidelines, especially when it comes to baby and toddler foods and formulas. Parents should be assured that recalls are rare and that anything that hits the store shelves has had to go through strict food safety protocols, and rules.

 

The government offers some helpful baby and toddler food safety tips on their website. Here’s a breakdown of some of their tips to ensuring that your baby and toddler food preparations are on point.

 

Baby Food and Infant Formula Safety Tips

  • You can get our list of baby formula recalls here: Baby Formula Recalls.

Wash your hands.

  • Always wash your hands before you prepare baby food. It’s the most important thing you can do.

Check the packaging of commercial baby food before buying and serving.

  • For jars, make sure that the safety lid is down before serving. Any loss in suction could mean a bacterial contamination.
  • For plastic pouches — Look for packages that are leaking, swollen, or with loose lids. Discard any pouches that appear this way.

Never ‘double-dip’ with baby food.

  • Never store baby food in the fridge if the baby has been feeding of the container.
  • Don’t feed your baby directly from the baby food jar or container, instead portion out the amount you want to feed your baby in a small bowl to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Throw away any leftover food from the feeding bowl.
  • Don’t share spoons with your baby, or with other children.

Store baby and toddler food correctly.

  • Throw away out-dated foods.
  • Never leave open containers of liquid or pureed baby foods at room temperature for more than a couple of hours, harmful bacteria grows quickly in food left out at room temperature.
  • Baby food that has been opened container can only be stored safely in the fridge for 3 days.
  • If in doubt, throw it out.

Baby Food Recalls for 2020

Cow & Gate baby food jars

In January 2020, Cow & Gate recalled lots of different baby food jars for babies over 7 months, due to a possibility of being tempered. 

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Lupilu Pouches (LIDL)

In February 2020, Lupilu recalled several types of pouches that are suspected to contain mold. Here are the products that are affected:

  • Organic Baby Fruit Pouches – Apples and Strawberries (Stage 1)
  • Organic Baby Fruit Pouches – Bananas and Apples (Stage 1)
  • Organic Baby Fruit Pouches – Apples, Carrots, and Parsnips (Stage 1)
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Butternut Squash, Apples, Carrots and Prunes (Stage 1)
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Sweet Potato, Pumpkin, Apples & Blueberries (Stage 1)
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Apple (5x90g)
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Banana Yoghurt with Oats and Rice (100g) 
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Banana, Blueberries, and Rice (100g) (Stage 2)
  • Organic Baby Pouches – Mango, Yoghurt with Oats and Rice (Stage 2)

If you have purchased any of these products, you can go to the closest Lidl Market to you and get a refund (with or without receipt)

Baby Food Recalls for 2019

Heinz Turkey Stew Baby Food

Even though there are no reported cases, Heinz has recalled their baby Turkey Stew due to the possibility of being contaminated with insects.

If you have a jar with CFIA number 13162, please contact the closest market where you have made the purchase, so they can explain you the procedure.

 

Herbal Tea for Infants by Mountain Mel’s

The Herbal Tea by Mountain’s Mel’s is recalled due to possible contamination with salmonella and it affects 3 types:

  • The Milk Lady’s Herbal Tea Blend with UPS (7 99632 05658 4)
  • Peaceful Baby Herbal Tea Blend with USP (7 99632 05656 0)
  • Diges-Teas Herbal Tea Blend ( 7 99632 05665 2)

Cow and Gate Cheesy Broccoli Bake

Cow & Gate are recalling the Cheesy Broccoli Bake due to consisting small parts of latex glove which can be found in some of the jars.

The company has mainly recalled the product because it doesn’t meet their standards and you can easily exchange the jars in the closest market to you, and you will be refunded the full amount with or without the receipt.

Alternative to try: Gerber 2nd Foods 12 Total

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$32.44 ($1.08 / Ounce)

Continue your baby’s food explorations! Gerber 2nd Foods will expose them to a variety of tastes & ingredient combinations to help them accept new flavors.

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04/16/2023 10:06 pm GMT

Contigo Kids Cleanable Water Bottles

  • Contigo recalls this water bottle as the clear silicone spout can come off and impose a choking hazard. This recall happened August, 2019.
  • Contact 888-262-0622 or online at www.gocontigo.com/recall.

Love Child Organics and PC Organics Baby Food Recall

  • Health Canada sent out a warning that Love Child Organics and PC Organics packaging defects can cause the food to be spoiled. The recalled baby food was sold in 128ml packages.
  • The recalled Love Child flavors include Vegetarian Chili with Sweet Potato + Kale, Veggie Casserole with Lentils + Quinoa, Ratatouille with Lentils + White Beans, Pumpkin Risotto with Spinach + Chickpeas, Mango Chicken Stew with Spinach + Quinoa, Thanksgiving Dinner with Veggies + Turkey, and Hearty Bolognese with Beef + Quinoa
  • The recalled PC Organics flavors include Parsnip strained baby food, Carrots strained baby food, Peas strained baby food, Sweet Potatoes strained baby food, Vegetables & Turkey strained baby food, Fruity Chicken strained baby food, Spaghetti Bolognese strained baby food, Vegetable & Lentil strained baby food, and Chicken Casserole strained baby food
  • Contact 888-495-5111 or [email protected] for more information.

Alternative to try: Happy Baby Organic Stage 2 Baby Food

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$31. 93 ($0.50 / Ounce)

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04/16/2023 08:46 pm GMT

Pepperidge Farm Goldfish Flavor Blasted Xtreme Cheddar Crackers

  • Campbell Company of Canada is recalling Pepperidge Farm brand Goldfish Flavour Blasted Xtreme Cheddar Crackers from the marketplace due to possible Salmonella contamination.
  • The recall includes the following dates: 20/JAN/19, 24/JAN/19, 31/JAN/19, 2/FEB/19, 11/FEB/19, 18/FEB/19, 25/JAN/19, 26/JAN/19
  • For more information, contact Pepperidge Farm Customer Service at 800-679-1791.

Alternative to try: Cheese Nips Cheddar Baked Snack Crackers

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$35. 89 ($0.85 / Ounce)

Complete your little one’s lunch with Cheese Nips, or keep a box at your office desk for a midday snack.

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04/17/2023 02:01 am GMT

Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal

  • In June 2018, the product was recalled due to 73 salmonella infection reports.
  • The affected product’s date has a date from June 14, 2018, to June 14, 2018. In case you have purchased the product, you can go to the market where you have made the purchase and return it.

Alternative to try: Honey Nut Cheerios Cereal

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$3.66 ($0.34 / Ounce)

Gluten free and simply made without artificial flavors or colors; Good source of iron and calcium.

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Hood’s Almond Milk

  • More than 150.000 gallons of almond milk has been recalled in August 2018 because the milk may actually contain dairy. The gallons have been recalled because they contain allergens which can be really dangerous to people who are intolerant to dairy.

Alternative to try: Silk Almond Milk

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$12.98 ($0.07 / Fl Oz)

No need to be afraid of the big bad sweetness craving anymore. Silk Vanilla Almondmilk will save you with its smooth rich vanilla goodness & more calcium than dairy milk. 

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Mauna Loa Macadamia Nuts

  • If your toddler enjoys eating nuts, this is a good time to know about Mauna Loa’s latest nut recall which includes several flavors, and you can get more information about these on
  • The macadamia nuts were recalled because of possible Escherichia coli contamination in the water and distribution system that supplies the company’s operation.

Alternative to try: Sincerely Nuts Roasted & Salted Mixed Nuts

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$21.99 ($0.69 / Ounce)

Our roasted and lightly salted mixed nuts give you a delicious assortment of nuts to satisfy your crunchy cravings. This nuts mix contains pecans, almonds, cashews, walnuts, macadamia nuts, filberts, and no peanuts.

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Sugar Melon Candy

  • SLR Food Distribution Inc. is recalling Sugar Melon Candy with expiration date 2019.01.02. because of undeclared sulfites which may represent a life-threatening danger to individuals allergic on sulfites. Until now, there are no cases being reported.

S&W White Beans

  • The same case is also with S&W White Beans, which have been recalled because of undeclared sulfites who pose a life-threatening danger.  This voluntary recall covers a specific production code manufactured at the facility located in Faribault, MN

Hy-Vee Recalls Several Meat and Potato Products

  • Due to possible contamination with Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes, the company has recalled tons of containers which have the following number:

All of the products have an expiration date until October 22, 2018, and sooner.

Vegetable Fried Rice frozen meal  (Feel Good Foods)

  • The company is recalling six lots of Vegetable Fried Rice because it may contain egg, which was not mentioned on the description of the package. In case you have purchased the product, you can easily return it to the place where you have bought it.
  • The affected products have an ingredient sticker on the back, as well as one of the following best-by dates stamped on the side: 10/27/19; 10/29/19; 12/04/19; 01/25/20; 01/26/20; 01/28/20

Ice Creams: 
  • Sweet Me Creamery Brookie Dough Ice Cream (it may contain peanuts)
  • Working Cow Homemade Ice Cream (potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes)
  • Stewart’s Shops Corp. is recalling units of Stewart’s pint Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup  (packed incorrectly and may contain peanuts)
  • EconoMax and Hill Country Fare ice creams (broken metal found in regular maintenance)
  • Salt & Straw’s Chocolate Gooey Brownie Ice Cream Pints (it may contain peanuts)
  • Izzy’s Maple Nut Ice Cream (it may contain peanuts)

Alternative to try: Haagen-Dazs Vanilla Ice Cream

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$84. 15 ($0.66 / FL Oz)

HÄAGEN-DAZS ice cream is gluten-free, has no GMO ingredients, and uses milk and cream from cows not treated with the growth hormone rBST.

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Margie Cheese

  • This product was recalled due to the wrong temperature during the pasteurization process.

Alternative to try: French Cow Milk Cheese

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$27.47 ($27.47 / Count)

The combination of sweetness and saltiness give this cheese an intriguing flavor, Comte is traditionally sold in huge blocks and matures for a year before it is ready for sale.

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Baby Food Recalls for 2017

Yummy Spoonfuls Chicken and Vegetable Products

  • Overhill Farms Inc. has recalled Yummy Spoonfuls Chicken Carrot Bites, Yummy Spoonfuls Chicken Sweet Potato Bites, Yummy Spoonfuls Chicken Broccoli Bites, Fully Cooked Organic Chicken Broccoli Bites Chicken and Vegetable Patty, Fully Cooked Organic Chicken Carrot Bites Chicken Patties with Carrots and Cauliflower, and Fully Cooked Organic Chicken Sweet Potato Bites Chicken Patties with Sweet Potatoes, Quinoa & Peas because of consumer complaints of bone fragments in the products.
  • Contact Yummy Spoonfuls at 844-986-6948.

Baby Food Recalls for 2016

H-E-B Baby Food

  • The entire H-E-B Baby Food 2 pack 4 oz. cups product line was recalled due to a report received of a small piece of rubber found inside a single container of one variety of the product.
  • Contact H-E-B Customer Service at 1-855-432-4438.

Alternative to try: Sprout Organic Baby Food Pouches Stage 3 Meat Variety Pack

Sprout Organic Baby Food Pouches Stage 3 Meat Variety Pack | Amazon

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Gerber Baby Food Recall: Gerber Organic 2nd Foods Pouches

  • Gerber voluntarily recalled Organic pouch products after identifying a packaging defect in Gerber baby food containers
  • The recalled dates and batch codes (batch number) include: 12JUL2016 51945335XX, 13JUL 2016 51955335XX, 14JUL2016 51965335XX.
  • Contact Gerber Products Support at 800-706-0556.

Alternative to try: Gerber Assorted Fruit Toddler Pouch Variety Pack

Gerber Assorted Fruit Toddler Pouch Variety Pack | Amazon

$21.36 ($0.51 / Ounce)

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04/17/2023 11:17 am GMT

GoGo SqueeZ Applesauce Pouches

  • This recall was issued due to a potential adulteration from food product residue. The recalled applesauce pouches have a Best Before Date of 12/4/15-3/4/17. Any products labeled as organic are not impacted by the recall.
  • Contact GoGo Squeez at 844-275-5841 or at www.gogosqueez.com.

Alternative to try: Happy Tot Organic Fiber & Protein Pouch Stage 4

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$24. 64 ($0.38 / Ounce)

Especially good for picky eaters, our Fiber & Protein pouches are a delicious mix of organic fruits and veggies that we optimize with the added nutrients energetic toddlers need— protein for their growing bodies and fiber to support digestive health.

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Tired of All the Recalled Baby Food?

Well, in general, I’ve found the following organic baby food brands to have the best ingredients. Also, if you’ve ever thought making your own baby food is too much work, consider something like the Baby Brezza blender/steamer all-in-one or our list of the best baby food makers.

Baby Brezza Small Baby Food Maker Set | Amazon

$173. 47

Steam and automatically blend foods with the push of a button in one bowl. No transfer after cooking required. Makes homemade baby food in as little as 10 minutes for every stage of development including purees and mashes.

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FAQs

Question: Is There a Baby Food Recall 2021?

Answer: In October 2021, Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal was recalled due to potential inorganic arsenic. Earth’s Best Organic Baby Food, Peppa Pig Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Beech-nut Single Grain Rice Cereal are also under investigation in 2021. 

Question: Has Gerber Been Recalled in 2021?

Answer: Gerber has not been recalled in 2021 – There was a minor Gerber arsenic dilemma in 2016 regarding their 2nd Foods Pouches.

Question: Was Enfamil Recalled in 2021?

Answer: Enfamil has not been recalled since 2018 and is considered a very safe baby formula.

Other Baby Recalls

  • Full Baby Formula Recalls Tracker
  • Full Baby Toy Recalls Tracker
  • Full Baby Crib and Mattress Recalls Tracker
  • Full Baby Stroller Recalls Tracker
  • Full Baby Car Seat Recalls and Carrier Recalls Tracker

rating of the top 11 Russian and foreign brands with reviews according to KP

Products for children are always under special quality control. Including food. After all, food for a baby is not only a way to satisfy hunger, but also an acquaintance with different tastes and a guarantee of healthy development. Today there are many different brands. Among them, we selected the best manufacturers of baby food, based on the reviews of parents and expert opinions.

Rating of the top 6 Russian baby food manufacturers according to KP

There are many popular brands among Russian manufacturers of baby food. Basically, various purees, juices, cereals and dairy products are presented on the market. There are also formulas for babies, but in smaller quantities. The popularity of food is due to high quality and rather low (in comparison with foreign analogues) price.

"Egor Ivanych"

"Egor Ivanych"

Egor Ivanych is a serious kid, so he chooses the best raw materials for the production of baby food. Only selected, most delicious vegetables and fruits, fresh dairy components and meat of the highest quality are used, which a little later will fall on the table to the kids in the form of mashed potatoes. Egor Ivanych is a rich assortment of products that can provide a complete diet for a baby.

Meat purees are made according to GOST with a high percentage of meat filling. And cauliflower puree was appreciated by the experts of Roskachestvo, giving it the first place in their rating (1). There are unique products such as cod with vegetables, chicken with hearts and turkey with turkey liver. This is a storehouse of vitamins and nutrients for the nutrition of the baby. Egor Ivanovich - in an adult way for kids!

Editors' Choice

Egor Ivanych

In an adult way for kids

Purees are made from selected products - healthy, tasty, high quality.

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Main characteristics
900 900 900 900 months (there are products that are suitable from 5, 6 and 8 months)
Manufacturer Open Distributor Company LLC
Assortment PEOPE, FREED PEOPLE 900, Recorcript
Founded 2013
Pros and cons

Many different flavors; contains no starch, wheat flour, sweeteners and sugar; There are a variety of unique flavors in the range.

The product line is presented only puree.

Agusha

Agusha. Photo: yandex. market.ru

Agusha is one of the most popular manufacturers of baby food in Russia. The trademark appeared in 1992 and has a wide range of products for children of all ages. Newborns are offered powdered milk formulas, babies from 4 months - a variety of purees, sour-milk products, water, older children - ready-made cereals (both dairy and non-dairy), juices, fruit drinks, compotes and fruit bars for a snack.

Thanks to the availability and variety of products, the manufacturer is confidently holding onto the Russian market. The safety and quality of Agushi is also confirmed by some neutral studies. For example, fruit cottage cheese, as well as kefir from this brand, received the highest rating from Roskachestvo (2, 3).

However, some parents are confused by the rather high price of certain items.

Key features
Manufacturer PepsiCo Russia
Assortment puree, drinks, dry dairy mixtures, cereals, fruit bars, bread
Recommended age from 0 months
1992 1992 1992 1992 1992 1992

There are mixtures in the product line; a wide range of.

High price for some items.

FrutoNyanya

FrutoNyanya. Photo: yandex.market.ru

FrutoNyanya baby food brand products are distinguished by a wide range and wide distribution in stores. Among the products of the brand you can find: a variety of cereals (with additives in the form, for example, pieces of fruit or without them), vegetable, fruit and meat purees, water, dairy products, juices, fruit drinks and nectars, snacks. For children prone to acute reactions to certain products, a special line of hypoallergenic food is offered.

Some of the brand's products have received high ratings from Roskachestvo, for example, biocurd, buckwheat porridge (4, 5).

Nutrition from this brand is designed for both the first complementary foods and for babies after a year. The composition contains salt and sugar, which are not recommended for children under one year old.

Main characteristics
Manufacturer Progress
Assortment purees, drinks, soups, snacks, cereals, snacks, water
Recommended age from 0 months
Founded 2000
Pros and Cons

There are hypoallergenic products.

May contain allergenic ingredients (eg sugar).

Grandmother's Basket

Grandmother's Basket. Photo: yandex.market.ru

The manufacturer has been present on the Russian market since 1999. The main product is a variety of purees, which are available in glass jars and soft packs. For example, apple puree from this brand received the highest rating from Roskachestvo in all analysis criteria and was awarded the Quality Mark (6).

For older children, prepared meals, meatballs, healthy snacks such as fruit lozenges and biscuits are available. Also, "Babushkino Lukoshko" produces children's herbal teas. Salt in some products is not always welcomed by parents.

The main characteristics
Manufacturer “SIVMA”
Assortment puree, finished lunch, drinks, fruit pastops
Recommended age from 4 months
Founded 1999
Pros and cons

Relatively low price in the segment; varied products.

There may be undesirable auxiliary components in the formulation (eg salt).

"Subject"

"Subject". Photo: yandex.market.ru

"Theme" offers products for children from 4 months to 3 years. The assortment includes a variety of meat, fish and vegetable purees, dairy products, ready meals and juices. But fruit purees are not presented. Packaging 一 is one of the distinguishing features of the brand. Thanks to special tin cans, the products are reliably protected from sunlight, which prolongs the shelf life. Also, many products of the brand are available in non-spill packages, so it is convenient to take them with you on the road. According to the results of the research, cottage cheese and juice "Theme" received the highest rating from Roskachestvo (7, 8).

Main characteristics
900
Manufacturer “Danon Russia”
Assortment puree, dairy products
Pros and cons

Innovative packaging; high meat content.

There are no fruit products in the assortment.

Diaper

Diaper. Photo: market.yandex.ru

All ingredients for production are supplied from our own farm. The manufacturer claims that thanks to this, it is possible to set fairly low prices for products.

The potential buyer is offered fruit and vegetable purees (some with cottage cheese), soups, various juices and fruit drinks, as well as water. Some of the products are hypoallergenic. The composition does not contain unnecessary components: salt, sugar and preservatives. Meat and fish products are not represented in the product line.

Main characteristics
Manufacturer “Gardens Podonia”
Assortment puree, Creams, Porridge
Recommended age 900 ° C ° C 900 900. 2005
Pros and cons

Low price in the segment; simple and clear structure.

Lack of meat and fish products in the assortment.

Rating of the top 5 foreign manufacturers of baby food according to KP

There are many foreign companies that produce baby food on the Russian market. A century of history, many years of experience and a good reputation helps to supply the market with quality products, which are preferred by many parents.

Gerber

Gerber. Photo: yandex.market.ru

The assortment of the American manufacturer includes products for children from 4 months. In supermarkets and online sites, you can find vegetable and fruit purees, cereals, healthy snacks, juices, and desserts (cottage cheese treats, smoothies, and others). Hypoallergenic food is also provided. For example, dairy-free buckwheat porridge of this brand is highly appreciated by Roskachestvo experts, who noted the safe composition of the product without dangerous and harmful substances, including no added sugars (9).

The manufacturer claims that the high prices are due to the corresponding quality, which is ensured by strict standards and adherence to technology.

Main characteristics
Manufacturer Nestle
Assortment puree, juices, snacks, desserts
Standard ° C 900. ° C 900 900.0036
Founded 1927
Pros and cons

Hypoallergenic products; natural composition; high quality.

High price in the baby food segment.

HiPP

HiPP. Photo: yandex.market.ru

German manufacturer's products are suitable for children from birth. Infants are offered hypoallergenic powdered milk formulas enriched with vitamins. For feeding - various purees, cream soups, cereals, and as a snack for older children - snacks and dairy desserts.

Meals are made exclusively from natural ingredients, without added sugar. The high price, according to the manufacturer, is due to the use of special technologies and high-quality products.

Main characteristics
9 months 9. 0039
manufacturer HIPP
Assortment puree, cereals, drinks, snacks, dry dairy mixtures
Recommended age
Country of origin Germany
Year founded 1957
Pros and cons

Natural composition; There are baby formulas in the assortment.

High price of products.

Fleur Alpine

Fleur Alpine. Photo: yandex.market.ru

Natural baby food of premium quality. The range includes purees, cereals, cookies and juices - both regular and for children prone to allergies or intolerant to gluten. In addition to the usual products, the manufacturer offers olive oil (from 6 months) and sauces (from 3 years).

From time to time, the products of this brand come under the attention of experts from Roskachestvo and Roskontrol. For example, Three cereals porridge showed excellent results: a good composition with dietary fiber and no foreign impurities, the appropriate taste, color and smell (10), and buckwheat porridge meets the advanced standards of Roskachestvo, except for the increased protein content (11).

Not all products on the official website can be purchased in a regular store. However, they can be purchased on marketplaces.

High price; Not all brand products are easy to find on offline sites.

Semper

Semper. Photo: yandex.market.ru

The Swedish company offers a wide range of products for children of all ages. Dry milk formulas are suitable for newborns, and there are even specialized ones that are best used for constipation. Some of them are designed for babies older than six months. For crumbs older than 4 months, the manufacturer offers a variety of vegetable, meat, fish and fruit purees, cereals, juices and children's tea with vitamins. In addition to the usual products for children, there are wellings — oatmeal and multi-cereal porridges with natural additives, cookies, and meatballs.

Roskachestvo examined this brand's applesauce and, apart from its high carbohydrate content (higher than indicated on the package), found no drawbacks (12). In addition, some purees contain starch.

Main characteristics
9 months 9 months 9.0039
Manufacturer Hero Group
Assortment Milk mixes, puree, porridge, drinks, cookies
Recommended age
Country of origin Sweden
Founded 1963
Pros and cons

There are mixtures in the product line interesting combinations of flavors.

High price in the segment; the presence of starch in the puree; the product according to BJU may differ from that stated on the package.

Heinz

Heinz. Photo: yandex.market.ru

American food company offers a wide range of products at affordable prices. There are fruit, vegetable and meat purees, cereals (dairy and non-dairy), soups and drinks. As a healthy snack for babies from 5 months, special cookies are suitable, and fruit and cream puddings will be a great dessert for older children. You can also find a special vermicelli that will suit crumbs from 6 months. The manufacturer's porridges received the highest rating from Roskachestvo (13). However, some products contain sugar and starch, which many parents of babies do not approve of.

Main characteristics
9009 9 months 9 months 9.999 with 4 months
Manufacturer Heinz
Assortment puree, soups, vermichel, puddings, cookies
Recommended age US
Year of Manufacture 1869
Pros and Cons

Product contains prebiotics; affordable price in the segment of baby food from foreign manufacturers.

Some products contain sugar and starch.

How to choose the right baby food

A child's menu may differ from another baby's diet, not only because of age, but also due to health conditions (for example, a tendency to constipation or a dairy allergy) and personal preferences. However, the first thing to consider is age. It’s also important to keep in mind that your baby’s diet should be free of added salt and sugar (14). Certain positions deserve some explanation.

Milk formulas

Designed for feeding babies. In fact, they are designed to become an alternative to mother's milk. For the full development of the crumbs, it is necessary that vitamins and trace elements are present in the composition.

Canned puree

Introduced from 4 months. There are fruit, vegetable, meat and fish options. Combinations are also possible. For the first feeding, it is recommended to choose one-component purees from vegetables or fruits.

Porridges

Porridges, as well as mashed potatoes, are recommended to be offered to a baby from 4 months. Thanks to the special processing of cereals, baby porridge is easily boiled, which significantly saves cooking time.

Nectars, juices

You can give your baby juice or nectar from the age of 4 months. As long as it doesn't contain sugar. If available, it is better to wait at least up to 1 year.

Frequently asked questions and answers

How to choose food for the first feeding?

Pediatricians recommend starting the first complementary foods with vegetable puree. Fruits contain a large amount of fructose, which can irritate the lining of the stomach and other organs of the gastrointestinal tract. Of course, the parent himself can boil and grind vegetables to a puree-like consistency, but it is easier to purchase products in the store, since baby food is made in compliance with special technologies, taking into account all the rules and regulations.

Another question is how to choose a brand among such a variety of baby foods. The best solution is to stick with a well-known brand. Large companies care about their reputation, and therefore strictly follow all established quality standards and do not violate production technology.

The next step is to study the information on the label, make sure the quality, evaluate the following indicators:

• Natural composition. Preservatives, salt, sugar and other ingredients must not be present in the composition (at least in products for children under 1 year old).
• Consistency (grinding quality). A good puree should be smooth and without lumps.
• Multi or single ingredient . The first puree should contain only one ingredient. The child should get used to a certain vegetable, after which it will be possible to introduce others, adding each one in turn, so that the baby gets used to everything individually.
• Hypoallergenic product. Formula must not contain ingredients that can cause an allergic reaction.
• Package intact . It is important to inspect the container in detail for dents, scratches or cracks (chips). Tightness must be observed. Don't forget to check the production date.
• Child age appropriate . The age for which this or that product is designed is usually indicated on the packaging in compliance with the recommendations of pediatricians.

When all these factors are taken into account, it can be said that the product is really suitable for the child and will not cause side effects (15).

Which of the Russian manufacturers should I pay attention to?

Baby food brand Agusha has been producing products for over 30 years. The assortment has everything you need for a complete diet for kids: dairy products, cereals, fruit, vegetable and meat purees, juices and compotes. The company produces safe, hypoallergenic, complete nutrition for children of all ages. High-quality substitutes for breast milk and subsequent complementary foods are also produced. It is also recommended to pay attention to the manufacturers "FrutoNyanya" and "Theme".

What composition should healthy baby food contain?

When choosing puree in jars, pay attention to the composition. The ingredients should be natural, a good option (especially for younger kids) if the puree is a one-component puree - a fruit or vegetable plus water. Please note that the product does not contain salt, flour, starch, dyes and preservatives, and is not too diluted with water. The vegetable itself may contain starch, but its additional additives are very undesirable.

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Baby vegetable puree: edible or inedible?

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GOST not Decree

The tasting of vegetable puree was conducted by specialists who have devoted many years to the development of baby food. Their opinion can be trusted. But we want to warn you: it is impossible to guarantee that the child will like the same puree as the experts (rather, you should rely on your own taste). Much more important is compliance with safety requirements. And most of the samples we tested meet the standards. Most, but not all.

Let's deal with quality

Andrey Mosov, head of the expert department of NP Roskontrol, doctor:

“Such characteristics as sweetness, bitterness or “unexpressed taste” are subjective. Parents most often pay attention to the water content of the product. The presence of water in the composition of vegetable puree is not bad for the first feeding. You just need to understand that water is a cheaper raw material than a pumpkin.”

Irina Konokhova, leading expert of NP "Roskontrol", doctor:

“Indeed, in most of the tested vegetable purees, the mass fraction of chlorides (i.e. salt) is 0.2%, and in the Babushkino Lukoshko, Heinz and Semper purees it is 0.3%. Perhaps this is due to the higher natural content of sodium chloride in the feedstock, although it cannot be ruled out that salt was added. However, this intake of salt with complementary foods is acceptable, given the physiological need for sodium in children. The permissible mass fraction of chlorides in children's vegetable puree is 0.6%, and this figure is not exceeded in the tested samples.

How about sterility?

Let's start with the main thing: all samples meet the requirements of industrial sterility. Pesticides were not found in any of the samples, and all samples meet the standards in terms of nitrate content.

In addition, the puree was checked for the content of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural . It was not found in any of the samples.

All preservatives and sweeteners are prohibited in baby food. We checked the puree for the presence of sorbate, benzoate, sulfur dioxide (these are preservatives) and determined the mass concentration of sweeteners. Parents can be calm: no preservatives or sweeteners were found in the samples.

One in the jar, another on the label

Andrey Mosov, head of the expert department of NP Roskontrol, doctor:

in pumpkin puree should be 3. 6% (in boiled pumpkin - 4.6%).

Summing up and drawing conclusions

Roskontrol experts noted that the manufacturer of puree Semper misleads the consumer about the presence of sugar in the composition. A mark "Bebivita" does not correspond to the actual product name - it is indicated in small print on the back of the label ("Complementary food product - mashed pumpkin and potatoes").

Puree “Spelenok” has the inscription “fortified with vitamin C” wrongly placed: the actual mass fraction of ascorbic acid in this sample is four times less than indicated in the label. Plus, on all samples, except for Bebivita puree, information about the nutritional value in terms of carbohydrate content is distorted.

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August 27, 2014

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