Babyfood, prunes, without vitamin c, strained
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This is a smooth, deep-purple purée made from cooked and strained dried plums, designed for infants transitioning to solids. It has a naturally sweet, tangy flavor and a thick, spoonable texture. Nutritionally, it's a concentrated source of quick energy from carbohydrates and is notably high in dietary fiber.
Calorie split: 4% protein · 94% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and caregivers value it for its natural sweetness that babies often accept readily, and for its well-known gentle effect on promoting regularity. Its smooth texture makes it a safe and easy introductory food.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high natural sugar content (14.28g per 100g) can cause a rapid blood-sugar spike if not paired with a protein or fat source, and its strong laxative effect can cause loose stools if overfed. To counteract, serve in small portions (e.g., 1-2 tablespoons) and mix with a higher-protein food like plain yogurt or oatmeal.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of dietary fiber (2.7g per 100g) for digestive health.
- Provides quick, easily digestible energy from natural sugars.
- Contains no added vitamin C, reflecting a simple, single-ingredient preparation.
- A convenient, ready-to-eat first food for babies.
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💡 Did you know?
The laxative effect of prunes is attributed to their high sorbitol content, a sugar alcohol that draws water into the colon, and their fiber, which adds bulk.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 74.3 g |
| Energy | 100 kcal |
| Energy | 418 kj |
| Protein | 1.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.20 g |
| Ash | 0.98 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 23.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.7 g |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 21.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.40 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 30.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 306 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.16 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.80 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.3 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.21 mg |
| Niacin | 0.72 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.11 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 3.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 3.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 30.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 4.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 7.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 60.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 55.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.55 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) | 22.1 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.13 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.04 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)
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
Is this the same as prune juice?
No. This is a strained purée with a thick texture and contains fiber. Prune juice is the liquid extracted from prunes and typically has less fiber.
Why is vitamin C removed?
It's not removed; the description simply states it's not added. Vitamin C is not naturally abundant in prunes, so this is a single-ingredient product.
Can I give this to a baby under 6 months?
Pediatricians generally recommend introducing solids, including fruit purées, around 6 months of age, when a baby shows signs of readiness. Always consult your pediatrician.
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 1.00 kcal/g · 4% calories from protein · 2.7 g fiber · 14.3 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.