Experts say certain common baby foods should not be given to newborns, arguing they are effectively “fruit smoothies” and therefore not suitable for infants under one year old. The concern is that these products provide concentrated sugars and are not an appropriate substitute for age-appropriate nutrition during the earliest stages of development.
The outlets describe the recommendation as part of wider guidance aimed at improving infant diets. While the reports focus on the age threshold—stressing that products should be avoided for babies younger than 12 months—they do not all specify the exact ingredients, brands, or regulatory basis for the claim. The overall angle emphasizes the mismatch between how such foods are marketed and how they compare nutritionally to drinks rather than whole, age-appropriate foods.
The reports reference “researchers” making the suggestion, but details of the study design, scope, and country-specific guidance are not provided in the excerpts. As presented, the message centers on preventing early exposure to these products in the newborn period and informing caregivers to follow clearer age-appropriate feeding advice.
