Eggo Homestyle Waffles

What’s in it

• CEnriched FlourRefined wheat flour with added vitamins and minerals. The flour itself is stripped of bran and germ, which makes it less nutrient-dense than whole grain, but the added fortification is generally safe for children.PubMed · NIH
• AWaterPlain water. It is the safest possible ingredient and poses no safety concern for children.PubMed · NIH
• BVegetable OilA generic plant oil ingredient, here likely soybean-based. Plain vegetable oils are generally safe for children, though the exact oil blend and processing are not specified.PubMed · NIH
• BPalm OilA common cooking fat that is generally safe for children. It is highly processed as a refined oil, but it has no established child-specific safety concern when consumed in normal amounts.PubMed · NIH
• BCanola OilA refined vegetable oil that is generally considered safe for children. It is processed, but there is no major child-specific safety concern at typical dietary exposure.PubMed · NIH
• AEggsA whole food and a high-quality source of protein and nutrients. Main safety concern is allergy in susceptible children, not inherent toxicity.PubMed · NIH
• BBaking SodaA standard leavening agent that is generally safe in small food amounts. It can contribute sodium, but it is not a major child-safety concern at typical use levels.PubMed · NIH
• CSodium Aluminum PhosphateA permitted leavening acid used in processed baked goods. It is not banned, but it is a refined additive with limited child-specific safety concerns and no nutritional benefit.PubMed · NIH
• BMonocalcium PhosphateA permitted leavening agent and food acid. It is generally considered safe and is commonly used in baking, with no major child-specific safety concern at typical dietary levels.PubMed · NIH
• CSugarAdded cane or table sugar is a refined carbohydrate with no nutritional benefit beyond calories. It is generally safe in moderation, but frequent intake can contribute to excess added sugar intake in children.PubMed · NIH
• BSaltA common seasoning and sodium source that is generally safe in small amounts. Excess intake can be a concern for children, but this ingredient itself is not inherently unsafe at typical food-use levels.PubMed · NIH
• AWheyA milk-derived ingredient that provides protein and other nutrients. It is generally safe for children, though it may be unsuitable for those with milk allergy or certain lactose sensitivities.PubMed · NIH
• CSoy LecithinA processed emulsifier made from soy that helps mix ingredients. It is generally permitted and considered low risk, though it is more processed than whole foods and can matter for children with soy allergy.PubMed · NIH
• BBeta-Carotene For ColorA pigment from plants, or a nature-identical color used in foods. It is generally considered low risk for children at typical food-use levels.PubMed · NIH
• ACalcium CarbonateA calcium mineral added to fortify foods. Fortification with calcium is widely used and considered safe at normal dietary amounts.PubMed · NIH
• AReduced IronA permitted iron fortificant added to supply iron. Iron fortification is a common public-health measure and is generally safe when used as intended.PubMed · NIH
• AVitamin A PalmitateA stable form of vitamin A used for fortification. Added vitamins are generally safe at food-use levels, though excess vitamin A can be an issue if intake is very high across the diet.PubMed · NIH
• AVitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)A fortified form of vitamin B6. It is generally safe at normal added amounts and is commonly used to help meet nutrient needs.PubMed · NIH
• AVitamin B12A vitamin added for fortification, often in a stable supplemental form. It is generally safe and used to support adequate intake in children.PubMed · NIH