Goldfish Colors, Cheddar

What’s in it

• CEnriched Wheat FlourRefined wheat flour with vitamins and minerals added back after processing. Because it is still refined grain rather than whole grain, it is rated as a routine processed starch for children.PubMed · NIH
• ANiacinA B vitamin added for fortification. Added vitamins and minerals are generally considered safe and are a standard public-health measure.PubMed · NIH
• AReduced IronAn added mineral fortificant used to restore iron content after refining. Fortification is generally safe and recommended when used within regulatory limits.PubMed · NIH
• AThiamine MononitrateA fortified form of vitamin B1. It is routinely added to enriched grain products and is not a child-safety concern at typical food levels.PubMed · NIH
• ARiboflavinA B vitamin added for enrichment. It is considered safe as a fortifying nutrient in foods.PubMed · NIH
• AFolic AcidA synthetic form of folate added for enrichment. It is widely used in fortified grains and is considered safe at standard food amounts.PubMed · NIH
• BCheddar CheeseA minimally processed dairy food made from cultured milk and salt. It is generally safe for children, though it can be higher in sodium and saturated fat depending on the product.PubMed · NIH
• AEnzymesA broad category of naturally occurring proteins used in processing. They are generally considered safe and are commonly used in food manufacturing; no child-specific safety concern is established for typical food-use enzymes.PubMed · NIH
• DAnnattoA natural color derived from achiote seeds, used to give foods a yellow-orange color. It is permitted as a food color, but there are some reports of sensitivity reactions and limited child-specific safety data compared with non-colored ingredients.PubMed · NIH
• BCanola OilA refined vegetable oil. It is generally regarded as safe for children when used in food, and the main concern is simply that it is a processed fat, not a specific toxicologic hazard.PubMed · NIH
• BSunflower OilA refined vegetable oil commonly used in packaged foods. It is generally safe for children in normal dietary amounts, with no major regulatory safety concerns.PubMed · NIH
• BSoybean OilA refined vegetable oil used widely in food production. It is generally considered safe for children, assuming no soy allergy, and does not carry a specific child-safety warning at typical food-use levels.PubMed · NIH
• BSaltCommon sodium chloride used for flavor and preservation. It is safe in small amounts, but excess sodium can be a concern for children if consumed frequently.PubMed · NIH
• AYeastA biological leavening or flavor ingredient used in food processing. Yeast itself is generally safe for children, though it can matter for those with specific sensitivities or allergies.PubMed · NIH
• CSugarAn added simple carbohydrate. Sugar is not inherently unsafe, but it adds calories without nutrients and frequent high intake is linked to dental caries and poorer diet quality in children.PubMed · NIH
• CAutolyzed Yeast ExtractA processed yeast ingredient used to add savory flavor. It is generally permitted and not a major child-safety concern, though it can contribute to sodium and flavor enhancement rather than nutrition.PubMed · NIH
• ASpicesA broad category of minimally processed plant seasonings. Spices are generally considered safe for children in normal food amounts, though exact safety can vary because the mix is unspecified.PubMed · NIH
• ACeleryA whole plant ingredient used here as a seasoning component. Celery is generally safe for children in typical food amounts, though it is a common food allergen for some individuals.PubMed · NIH
• BOnion PowderDehydrated, processed onion used for flavor. It is generally safe, but processing makes it less whole-food-like than fresh onion.PubMed · NIH
• AMonocalcium PhosphateA permitted mineral salt used as a leavening or acidity regulator. It is considered safe in foods and can also contribute calcium and phosphorus.PubMed · NIH
• ABaking SodaSodium bicarbonate, a common leavening agent. It is generally safe in the small amounts used in foods, though it can add sodium.PubMed · NIH
• AColors (Beet Juice ConcentrateA color additive derived from beet juice concentrate. It is a natural coloring source and is generally considered safe in foods.PubMed · NIH
• AHuito Juice ConcentrateA plant-derived coloring ingredient used for hue or tint. It is generally considered low risk in foods, though public regulatory safety data are limited compared with more common additives.PubMed · NIH
• BWatermelon Juice ConcentrateA concentrated fruit juice ingredient made from watermelon. It is still a fruit-derived ingredient, but concentrating juice reduces water and can increase natural sugar density compared with whole fruit.PubMed · NIH
• BPaprika ExtractA plant-derived extract used mainly for color. It is generally recognized as safe as a food colorant, with no well-established child-specific safety concerns at typical dietary exposures.PubMed · NIH
• BTurmeric ExtractA spice-derived extract commonly used for color. It is generally considered safe in foods, though concentrated extracts have less direct safety data than whole turmeric.PubMed · NIH