Babyfood, juice, apple and grape
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This is a smooth, thin, and naturally sweet juice blend made from apples and grapes, typically offered as a first fruit juice for infants. It has a bright, clear appearance and a mild, sweet flavor profile that is less tart than pure apple juice. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely composed of simple carbohydrates (sugars) with negligible protein, fat, or fiber.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 95% carbs · 4% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its familiar, gentle sweetness and smooth texture that is easy for babies to swallow. It serves as a simple, trusted starter juice in many cultures during the weaning process.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high sugar content (10.9g per 100g) with no fiber can cause rapid blood-sugar spikes and may contribute to early tooth decay if sipped frequently. To counteract this, serve only in small portions (2-4 oz), avoid bedtime bottles, and always follow with a sip of water to rinse the teeth.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from natural fruit sugars.
- Introduces infants to fruit flavors.
- Contains trace amounts of vitamin C from the fruit.
- Easy to digest for developing systems.
- A convenient, no-prep option for caregivers.
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💡 Did you know?
Commercial versions are often pasteurized, which can slightly alter the fresh fruit taste, but this process is crucial for eliminating harmful bacteria that could be dangerous for an infant's immune system.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 88.1 g |
| Energy | 46.0 kcal |
| Energy | 194 kj |
| Protein | 0.10 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.20 g |
| Ash | 0.26 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 6.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.39 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 6.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 5.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 90.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 0.00 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 45.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 31.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.11 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.04 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Babyfood, grape juice, no sugar, canned — USDA does not publish this profile for Babyfood.
| Threonine | 0.02 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.01 g |
| Leucine | 0.02 g |
| Lysine | 0.02 g |
| Methionine | 0.03 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.02 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.02 g |
| Valine | 0.02 g |
| Arginine | 0.06 g |
| Histidine | 0.03 g |
| Alanine | 0.04 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.10 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.18 g |
| Glycine | 0.03 g |
| Proline | 0.03 g |
| Serine | 0.04 g |
FAQ
At what age can babies have apple and grape juice?
Most pediatric guidelines recommend waiting until a baby is at least 6 months old and already eating solid foods. It should be introduced in very small amounts (a few sips) and diluted with water initially.
Is this juice a good source of vitamins?
No. While it contains trace vitamins from the fruit, the pasteurization and processing significantly reduce nutrient content. It is primarily a source of sugar and water, not a significant vitamin source.
Can I dilute it with water?
Yes, diluting with water (e.g., half juice, half water) is often recommended for infants. This reduces the sugar concentration, lowers the risk of tooth decay, and helps prevent the baby from filling up on juice instead of breast milk or formula.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.46 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 10.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.