Babyfood, juice treats, fruit medley, toddler
Whole food · Baby Foods
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This is a brightly colored, fruit-flavored frozen treat designed for toddlers, typically sold in a tube or pouch. It has a smooth, icy, and slightly chewy texture that melts quickly on the tongue, delivering an intense burst of sweet, fruity flavor. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely composed of simple carbohydrates and sugar, providing a quick energy source with negligible protein, fat, or fiber.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and toddlers love these for their intensely sweet, fruit-forward taste and fun, easy-to-hold format that minimizes mess. The icy texture is particularly appealing for soothing sore gums and providing a refreshing treat during warm weather or after active play.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The extremely high sugar content (over 57g per 100g) with zero fiber or protein can lead to rapid blood-sugar spikes and subsequent crashes, offering little sustained nutrition. To counteract this, pair the treat with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a small cheese stick or nut butter) and practice strict portion control, limiting it to an occasional indulgence rather than a daily snack.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from simple carbohydrates
- Convenient and portable on-the-go snack for young children
- Hydrating due to its high water content and fruit juice base
- Generally free from common allergens like nuts, dairy, and gluten
- Can serve as a soothing treat for teething toddlers
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'fruit medley' flavor is often created using a blend of fruit juices and concentrates, but the exact combination can vary by manufacturer, sometimes relying more on added natural flavors than actual whole fruit pieces.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 12.9 g |
| Energy | 347 kcal |
| Energy | 1454 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.02 g |
| Ash | 0.29 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 86.7 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 12.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.24 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 9.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 54.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 89.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.03 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.06 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.9 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 8.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin | 0.06 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 9.1 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 | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 2.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 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 | 0.00 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 | 0.00 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 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 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)
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this a healthy snack for my toddler?
While it provides energy, it is very high in sugar and lacks protein, fat, and fiber. It should be considered an occasional treat, not a regular part of a balanced diet.
Can this be part of a meal?
It's best used as a standalone snack or dessert. If included with a meal, it should be paired with protein-rich foods (like yogurt or beans) to help balance the sugar impact.
Are there any allergens to watch for?
Typically, these are free from major allergens like dairy, nuts, and gluten. However, always check the label for specific ingredients or potential cross-contamination warnings.
How should I store it?
Keep it frozen at all times until ready to serve. Once opened, it should be consumed immediately or within a short period, as it will melt quickly.
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 3.47 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 57.4 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: 1.65 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.