Researchers looked at over 600 infant and toddler food products sold in the U.S.
Wednesday in the journal Nutrients, said parents should be aware that although more convenient, packaged baby food should be eaten in moderation.
For the study, researchers looked at data on more than 600 infant and toddler food products sold in the top 10 grocery store chains in the U.S.STOCK PHOTO/Getty Images When it came to sugar content, 44% of products exceeded sugar requirements and 74% contained added sugar or sweeteners, according to the study.In addition, the study found that all of the products had at least one claim on their packaging that did not meet WHO standards.
"These findings highlight that urgent work is needed to improve the nutritional quality of commercially produced infant and toddler foods in the United States," the researchers wrote.Infants and toddlers should have no added sugars in their diets, including in drinks, according to the USDA.
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