Overview

• Nestlé's baby food products in lower-income countries contain up to 7.3 grams of added sugar per serving, while similar products in Europe often have none.
• Public Eye and the International Baby Food Action Network report a 'harmful double standard' that could predispose children to obesity and chronic diseases.
• Health organizations like the WHO and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend zero added sugars for children under two, a guideline not followed by Nestlé in developing nations.
• Critics argue that Nestlé's practices contribute to a cycle of unhealthy eating habits starting from a young age in poorer regions.
• Nestlé defends its varying sugar content by citing local regulations and ingredient availability but faces ongoing scrutiny and calls for regulatory reforms.