Babyfood, rice cereal, dry, EARTHS BEST ORGANIC WHOLE GRAIN, fortified only with iron
Whole food · Baby Foods
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This is a finely milled, dehydrated whole grain rice powder designed as a first food for infants. It has a neutral, slightly sweet taste and a smooth, porridge-like texture when mixed with liquid. Nutritionally, it's a concentrated source of carbohydrates for energy, fortified with iron to support early development.
Calorie split: 8% protein · 81% carbs · 11% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents love its simplicity and reliability as a safe, nutrient-boosted first food that babies readily accept. Its mild flavor makes it a perfect blank canvas for mixing in pureed fruits or vegetables.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a refined, low-fiber cereal, it can cause blood sugar to rise quickly if not paired with other foods. To counteract this, always mix it with a protein or fat source like breast milk, formula, or a spoonful of avocado or nut butter.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of energy-dense carbohydrates for active babies.
- Fortified with iron, a critical nutrient for infant cognitive development.
- Made from organic whole grain, providing a clean, simple ingredient list.
- Hypoallergenic and gentle on developing digestive systems.
- Easy to prepare and adjust to the desired consistency.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Rice cereal is often the very first solid food for millions of babies worldwide, but its popularity has recently led to discussions about introducing a wider variety of first foods, like avocado or egg, to promote flavor diversity early on.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 8.6 g |
| Energy | 386 kcal |
| Energy | 1616 kj |
| Protein | 7.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.9 g |
| Ash | 0.93 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 78.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.50 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.12 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 15.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 47.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 112 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 256 mg |
| Potassium, K | 184 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 7.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.30 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.7 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 11.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 2.6 mg |
| Riboflavin | 2.2 mg |
| Niacin | 31.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.47 mg |
| Folate, total | 24.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 24.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 24.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 18.0 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 | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 5.0 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 | 0.92 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.77 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.13 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.21 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 | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.32 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.56 g |
| Lysine | 0.30 g |
| Methionine | 0.18 g |
| Cystine | 0.17 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.36 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.32 g |
| Valine | 0.45 g |
| Arginine | 0.65 g |
| Histidine | 0.19 g |
| Alanine | 0.42 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.70 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.3 g |
| Glycine | 0.37 g |
| Proline | 0.32 g |
| Serine | 0.34 g |
FAQ
Why is iron added to this cereal?
Iron is crucial for a baby's brain development and to prevent iron-deficiency anemia. Babies' natural iron stores from birth begin to deplete around 6 months, making fortified foods an important supplement.
Can I use this cereal in recipes for adults?
Yes, it can be used as a gluten-free thickener for soups, stews, or sauces, or as a base for homemade protein bars or pancakes, though its primary design is for infant nutrition.
How does the texture compare to other baby cereals?
It has a very fine, powdery grind that creates a smooth, lump-free porridge when mixed with liquid, making it ideal for babies just transitioning from an all-liquid diet.
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 3.86 kcal/g · 8% calories from protein · 0.5 g fiber · 0.1 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: 0.04 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.