HERSHEY'S NUGGETS

candy • For 6-12 month old babies • Consumable 🍝

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Can older babies eat HERSHEY'S NUGGETS?

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NO - AVOID

Danger Score: 27 (Lower is safer)

Quick Answer: HERSHEY'S NUGGETS contains 4 ingredients. 1 avoid, 3 concerning. Avoid - Contains Dangerous Ingredients 🚫 Monitor for any reactions in older babies.

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Ingredients Analysis (4 found)

toffee

🚫8/10

Toffee is a sugary candy not suitable for babies 6-12 months due to choking risk and high sugar content. It is unlikely to be a safe ingredient in baby food or formula.

No Known Risk - Toffee is primarily made from sugar, butter, and sometimes cream, all of which are generally recognized as safe for consumption. There is no evidence linking toffee itself to any of the listed health risks for babies, aside from general choking hazards or dental concerns, which are not covered by the provided labels.

Confidence: HIGH

dark chocolate

🚨7/10

Dark chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine which can affect babies negatively. It may also cause allergies and digestive issues in 6-12 month olds. Use with caution.

Organ Risk - Dark chocolate can contain higher levels of heavy metals like cadmium and lead, which may harm developing organs such as the kidneys and nervous system in infants if consumed regularly.

Brain Development - The presence of caffeine and theobromine in dark chocolate may negatively affect early brain development and sleep patterns in babies.

Confidence: HIGH

almonds

🚨6/10

Almonds pose a choking hazard and allergy risk for babies 6-12 months. They may be included for flavor or nutrition in sweetened cereal but require caution.

No Known Risk - Almonds are generally considered safe for consumption by babies when introduced at the appropriate age and in a suitable form to prevent choking. There is no strong evidence linking almonds to any of the listed risks for the general baby population, except for those with nut allergies, which is a specific medical condition rather than a general risk. Therefore, no immediate health concerns are found based on current research.

Confidence: HIGH

milk chocolate

🚨6/10

Milk chocolate contains sugar and caffeine which are not recommended for babies 6-12 months due to potential allergies and digestive issues. Likely included for flavor.

No Known Risk - Milk chocolate is generally considered safe for babies in small amounts, though it is not recommended due to sugar and caffeine content. There is no strong evidence linking milk chocolate itself to the specific risks listed above for babies, aside from potential allergies or sensitivities, which are not covered by the provided risk labels.

Confidence: HIGH

Common Questions About HERSHEY'S NUGGETS

Safe for older babies? HERSHEY'S NUGGETS

HERSHEY'S NUGGETS is not recommended for 6-12 month old babies due to potentially harmful ingredients.

What ingredients should I watch out for?

We analyzed 4 ingredients in HERSHEY'S NUGGETS. 1 avoid, 3 concerning. Check the detailed analysis above for specific concerns.

Is this appropriate for older babies to eating candy?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredients. This analysis is for 6-12 month old babies. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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