Nutritional evaluation of some commercial baby foods consumed in Saudi Arabia

Six baby foods based on milk and milk-cereal blends commonly used in Saudi Arabia were tested for their micro and macro nutrient contents. Chemical evaluation of the nutritive value of baby foods showed that calories and nutrients in some baby foods were not proportionate. Protein quality met the protein requirement of infants and toddlers as indicated by NDP allowance values. Furthermore, milk-based products showed a high metabolized energy compared to milk and cereal blends.