Babyfood, juice, fruit punch, with calcium
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A vibrant, sweet, and tangy liquid blend of fruit juices and purees, specifically formulated for infants. Its thin, easy-to-swallow texture and bright fruit punch flavor make it a popular first juice introduction. Nutritionally, it's a source of simple carbohydrates for quick energy and is often fortified with calcium to support early bone development.
Calorie split: 2% protein · 97% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love it for its convenient, mess-free packaging and its role in helping babies transition to new flavors. The familiar, sweet fruit punch taste is generally well-accepted by infants, making it a reliable option for hydration and a small energy boost.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (10.6g per 100g) can contribute to tooth decay if sipped throughout the day and may cause blood sugar spikes. To mitigate this, serve it with a meal rather than as a snack, offer it in a cup instead of a bottle to limit sipping time, and always follow with water to rinse the teeth.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from natural fruit sugars.
- Often fortified with calcium for bone health.
- Introduces infants to fruit flavors and tastes.
- Hydrating and easy to digest for young digestive systems.
- Convenient, pre-portioned nutrition for busy caregivers.
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'fruit punch' flavor in baby food is often a carefully engineered blend of apple, grape, and pear juices, designed to mimic a classic party drink but without the added sugar or artificial colors found in adult versions.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.5 g |
| Energy | 52.0 kcal |
| Energy | 218 kj |
| Protein | 0.20 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.10 g |
| Ash | 0.52 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 12.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.40 g |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 64.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.30 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 11.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 86.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 4.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.04 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.09 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 21.2 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.10 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.06 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 2.2 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 | 3.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 21.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.01 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) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.02 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 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.03 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 my baby start drinking fruit punch juice?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends introducing small amounts of juice (4-6 ounces per day) to infants who are at least 6 months old, after they have started eating solid foods.
Is this juice a good source of vitamins?
While it provides some vitamin C, it is not a significant source of most vitamins. Its primary nutritional contribution is from carbohydrates (sugars) and, if fortified, calcium.
How does it differ from regular fruit juice?
Baby food juice is typically pasteurized, has a thinner consistency for easier swallowing, and is often fortified with nutrients like calcium. It also usually contains no added sugars or artificial flavors.
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 0.52 kcal/g · 2% calories from protein · 0.4 g fiber · 10.6 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: 0.05 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.