Good Question
Why should I choose Gerber Organic Lil' Crunchies® snacks for my little one?
Good to know
- Gerber® Organic Lil' Crunchies® snacks are baked with the goodness of organic whole grain
- They have a meltable texture and are easy to chew and swallow
IMPORTANT NOTES
This product should only be fed to seated, supervised children who are accustomed to chewing solid foods
Ingredients
ORGANIC WHOLE GRAIN YELLOW CORN MEAL, ORGANIC CANOLA OIL, ORGANIC NONFAT DRY MILK, ORGANIC DRIED CHEDDAR CHEESE (ORGANIC CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, ORGANIC WHEY, NATURAL CHEESE AND CREAM FLAVOR, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS (FOR FRESHNESS), ZINC SULFATE, DISODIUM PHOSPHATE, ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (VITAMIN E), ELECTROLYTIC IRON, ORGANIC SUNFLOWER OIL.
Nutrition Facts
Serv. Size 20 pieces (7g)
Servings Per Container |
| Amount Per Serving |
| Calories 35 |
| Calories from Fat 15 |
| Total Fat: | 2g |
| Saturated Fat: | 0g |
| Trans Fat: | 0g |
| Cholesterol: | 0mg |
| Sodium: | 50mg |
| Potassium: | 15mg |
| Total Carbohydrates: | 4g |
| Dietary Fiber: | 0g |
| Sugar: | 0g |
| Protein: | 0g |
| %Daily Value | Infants 0-1 | Children 1-4 |
| Protein: |
0% |
0%
|
| Vitamin A: |
0% |
0%
|
| Vitamin C: |
0% |
0%
|
| Calcium: |
0% |
0%
|
| Iron: |
10% |
15%
|
| Vitamin E: |
20% |
10%
|
| Zinc: |
15% |
10%
|
Always refer to the product packaging for the most accurate and up-to-date product information.
GERBER® GRADUATES® Products
Q: How will I know when my child is ready for GRADUATES® products?
A: GRADUATES® offers a line of products that are appropriate for the Crawler, Toddler or Toddler 2+ (ages 2 years +) stage of your child’s development. Read the package for the developmental cues that indicate your child is ready for each product. Click here to learn more about Milestone Symbols™.
Q: What is the difference between GERBER® 3rd FOODS® and GRADUATES® products?
A: GERBER® 3rd FOODS® products have appropriate textures for babies learning to chew. GRADUATES® products are designed for older babies and toddlers who are learning to self-feed.
Q: How do I prepare GRADUATES® products?
A: GRADUATES® snack products such as Cookies, Puffs and LIL' CRUNCHIES® snacks and GRADUATES® side dishes such as Dices and LIL’ STICKS® meat and poultry sticks are ready to serve. Meal options such as GRADUATES® LIL’ ENTRÉES® selections and LIL’ MEALS™ may be microwaved and have easy-to-follow directions on the package. Always test temperature before serving.
Q: How do I store leftover GRADUATES® products?
A: GRADUATES® Snacks (
WAGON WHEELS®,
LIL’ CRUNCHIES®,
Cookies,
Crackers): These products are shelf stable after opening and can be resealed and stored in your pantry or cabinet.
GRADUATES® Dices - Fruit Dices: After opening, these should be refrigerated and used within 2-3 days.
GRADUATES® Lil' Meals™: If the product has been heated and your baby has eaten directly from the container, discard any leftovers. If the product has not been fed directly from the container, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
GRADUATES® LIL’ ENTRÉES®: Cover any leftovers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Q: How do I find the “use by” date on the product?
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Organic
Q: What is “Organic”?
A: Certified organic foods must meet the strict standards set by the United States Department of Agricultural (USDA) National Organic Program.
Q: How can you claim the ingredients in GERBER® Organic products are “organic”?
A: Gerber’s certified organic foods adhere to the strict standards of the USDA’s organic program.
Q: What GERBER® Organic product lines are available?
A: Gerber makes organic cereals, pureed baby foods, juices and snacks.
Q: Can I start my baby on solid foods using GERBER® Organic products?
A: Yes. Around the middle of baby’s first year your baby will be in the Supported Sitter stage at this time you may want to start introducing solid foods into your baby’s diet. Before starting solid foods, be sure to discuss it with your pediatrician. If you would like your baby’s first solid food to be organic, start her on GERBER® Organic Whole Grain Brown Rice Cereal. Once your baby is eating cereal, GERBER® Organic 1ST FOODS® vegetables and fruits would be an appropriate addition to her diet. Be sure to wait about three days before introducing a new food.
Q: What is the difference between GERBER® Organic 1ST FOODS® products and the regular GERBER® 1ST FOODS® products?
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Q: How do I find the “use by” date on the product?
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