Shredded Wheat

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Is this kid-friendly to eat Shredded Wheat?

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USE WITH CAUTION

Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: Shredded Wheat contains 2 ingredients. 1 caution. Use with Caution ⚠️ Kids may have different tolerance levels.

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Ingredients Analysis (2 found)

BHT

⚠️5/10

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve fats in foods. It has moderate safety concerns due to potential toxicity and limited data in children over 5 years.

Cancer - Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) has shown evidence of being a possible carcinogen in animal studies, with some regulatory agencies listing it as a possible human carcinogen.

Organ Risk - High doses of BHT have been linked to liver and kidney effects in animal studies, raising concerns about organ toxicity with repeated or high exposure.

Hormones - Some studies suggest BHT may have endocrine-disrupting properties, potentially interfering with hormone function.

Builds Up - BHT is a fat-soluble compound and can accumulate in body tissues over time with repeated exposure.

Long-Term Risk - Long-term exposure to BHT has been associated with chronic health effects in animal studies, though human data is limited.

Banned - BHT is banned or restricted in certain countries for use in food products due to safety concerns.

Confidence: HIGH

Whole Grain Wheat

✅1/10

Whole Wheat is safe for children over 5 years and commonly used in sweetened cereals as a source of fiber and nutrients

No Known Risk - Whole wheat is widely used as a food ingredient for babies and children, and there is no strong scientific evidence linking it to any of the listed risks for the general population. Exceptions may exist for babies with wheat allergy or celiac disease, but these are specific medical conditions rather than general risks. For most babies, whole wheat is considered safe when introduced appropriately.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About Shredded Wheat

Kid-approved? Shredded Wheat

Use caution with Shredded Wheat for 5+ year old children. Some ingredients may pose concerns.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 2 ingredients in Shredded Wheat. 1 caution. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

When can kids start eating food & drinks?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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