Fruit & Vegetable Set

Which vitamins and minerals does this box have? 

Broccoli, sweet potato, apple, pear, and strawberry are all nutritious vegetables and fruits that provide a variety of vitamins and minerals. Here’s a brief overview of the key nutrients found in each of these vegetables and fruits:

Broccoli:

• Vitamins: Broccoli is a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and vitamin A.
• Minerals: It contains minerals like potassium, calcium, and iron, albeit in smaller quantities.

Sweet Potato:

• Vitamins: Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), vitamin C, and vitamin B6.
• Minerals: They provide potassium and manganese.

Pears:

• Vitamins: Pears are a good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, and some B vitamins, including vitamin B6.
• Minerals: Pears provide potassium, a mineral important for heart and muscle function, as well as dietary fibre for digestive health.

Strawberries:

• Vitamins: Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, providing more than 100% of the recommended daily intake in a single cup. They also contain some vitamin A and vitamin K.
• Minerals: Strawberries offer small amounts of potassium and manganese.

Apples:

• Vitamins: Apples provide vitamin C and vitamin A, primarily in the form of beta-carotene.
• Minerals: Apples contain small amounts of potassium and fibre.

Check out the A to Z Vitamins & Minerals: function, benefits and what foods you can find them in.

What are the benefits of this box for my baby?

Broccoli, sweet potato, apple, pear, and strawberry offer a wide array of health benefits due to their rich nutrient content. Here are some of the benefits associated with each of these vegetables and fruits:

Broccoli:

• High in Antioxidants: Broccoli is rich in antioxidants like vitamin C and carotenoids, which help protect cells from damage.
• Fibre: It provides dietary fibre, promoting digestive health.
• Bone Health: Broccoli is a source of vitamin K, which is important for bone health.

Sweet Potato:

• Beta-Carotene: Sweet potatoes are packed with beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, crucial for vision and immune function.
• Fibre: They contain dietary fibre, aiding in digestion and providing a feeling of fullness.
• Vitamin C: Sweet potatoes are a source of vitamin C, an antioxidant that supports the immune system.

Pears:

• Digestive Health: Pears are a good source of dietary fibre, which can help regulate your baby’s bowel movements and prevent constipation.

Strawberries:

• Vitamin C: Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, which supports your baby’s immune system and helps with the absorption of iron from other foods.

Apples:

• Fibre: Apples provide dietary fibre, aiding in digestive health and providing a feeling of fullness.
• Vitamins: Apples contain vitamins like vitamin C and vitamin A, which are important for your baby’s growth and overall health.

Allergen information

These ingredients don’t contain gluten, eggs, milk, soya, or nuts.

However, we cook all our pods in an environment where nuts, eggs, milk, soya, gluten, and other dairy products are regularly handled, and therefore cannot guarantee that they are free from any of the above allergens.

How to store this food?

This should be kept in the freezer until ready to serve. Consume within 3 months frozen, and 24 hours once defrosted.