Sweetcorn

Sweetcorn is not just delicious, it’s nature’s little treasure of nutrition too! It’s packed with vitamins and minerals that make it a super-veggie for your little one’s growth and health. 

What vitamins and minerals does sweetcorn have?‍

Let your little adventurer explore the wonderful taste of sweetcorn. It’s a fun and nutritious treat that will make mealtime a corn-tastic celebration! Below are some of the key vitamins and minerals:

• vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
• vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
• vitamin B6
• folate (Vitamin B9)
• potassium
• fibre
• magnesium
• phosphorus
  

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

What are the benefits of sweetcorn for my baby?

• ‍Digestive health: The fibre content in sweetcorn can promote healthy digestion and regular bowel movements in babies. It can help prevent constipation and maintain a healthy gastrointestinal system.‍
• Energy and satiety: Sweetcorn contains complex carbohydrates that provide energy for growing babies. The combination of fibre and carbohydrates in sweetcorn can also contribute to a feeling of fullness and satisfaction, helping to regulate appetite.‍
• Eye health: Sweetcorn contains carotenoids, which are beneficial for a healthy sight. These compounds help protect the eyes from damage caused by harmful UV radiation.‍

Allergen information

This pod doesn’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. For optimal taste, quality, and nutrient retention, consume within 3 months, and 24 hours once defrosted.