An audit of toddler foods sold in Texas grocery stores has found that 4 out of 5 products are ultra-processed, and nearly half fail to meet international nutritional standards for young children. Researchers examined products at 21 grocery stores across the state, focusing on foods marketed for children aged 6 to 36 months. The audit revealed that 80% of the items were ultra-processed, meaning they contain ingredients rarely used in home cooking, such as additives, preservatives, and artificial flavors. Additionally, 49% of all products did not meet at least one nutrient standard set by the World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition and Promotion Profile Model. The WHO model recommends limits on sugar, salt, and unhealthy fats, as well as minimum levels of essential nutrients. The findings highlight ongoing concerns about the nutritional quality of commercially available toddler foods. Health experts say that early exposure to ultra-processed foods may shape lifelong eating habits and contribute to health problems like obesity and chronic disease. The study's authors urge parents to read labels carefully and choose whole or minimally processed foods when possible. They also call for clearer labeling and stricter regulations on toddler food products. The audit adds to a growing body of research that questions the healthfulness of many convenience foods marketed for infants and young children.