Can babies eat salt, sugar & stock cubes?
No. Salt, sugar & stock cubes is not recommended for babies and young children.
Not recommended
A baby’s kidneys can’t handle much salt, and sugar teaches a taste for sweetness: add neither, and be wary of sauces, stock cubes and ready meals.
How to serve salt, sugar & stock cubes
This food is not recommended for babies, so there is no serving advice. See the full list of foods to avoid. →
Choking risk and safety
Not recommended
FAQ
Can babies eat salt, sugar & stock cubes?
No. Salt, sugar & stock cubes is not recommended for babies and young children. A baby’s kidneys can’t handle much salt, and sugar teaches a taste for sweetness: add neither, and be wary of sauces, stock cubes and ready meals.
Is salt, sugar & stock cubes a choking hazard for babies?
Not recommended
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