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Vegetable Stock
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Vegetable Stock
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Sodium | 296 mg |
| Vitamin A | 12 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.4 mg |
| Energy | 5 kcal |
Depends on the brand. Shop-bought vegetable stock often contains celery, and sometimes wheat or soya — all three are declarable allergens. Check the label.
How to serve Vegetable Stock to babies
6–8 months
Not at this age
Avoid shop-bought stock or stock cubes — named directly in NHS guidance as high in salt. Use plain water instead, or a homemade unsalted vegetable stock.
9–11 months
Not at this age
Still avoid shop-bought stock and stock cubes.
12–24 months
Mashed
Low-salt stock only if used, within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
Watch out for
- Go easyunder 12 months
Added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys. Avoid stock cubes, gravy, soy sauce and cured meats; do not salt cooking water.
NHS: foods to avoid
Per 100 g from USDA FDC (171583). Weaning guidance from NHS. Not medical advice.
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Vegetable Stock: common questions
Answers are drawn from the sources named on this page. Not medical or veterinary advice.
When can babies eat vegetable stock?
The earliest stage on this page is 12–24 months: Low-salt stock only if used, within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
How do I cut and serve vegetable stock for my baby?
6–8 months (Not at this age): Avoid shop-bought stock or stock cubes — named directly in NHS guidance as high in salt. Use plain water instead, or a homemade unsalted vegetable stock.
9–11 months (Not at this age): Still avoid shop-bought stock and stock cubes.
12–24 months (Mashed): Low-salt stock only if used, within the 2 g/day salt limit for 1–3 years.
What should I watch out for when giving vegetable stock to a baby?
Added salt is hard on a baby's kidneys. Avoid stock cubes, gravy, soy sauce and cured meats; do not salt cooking water. Source: NHS: foods to avoid.