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Are Danimals smoothies and pouches healthy?

Danimals pouches and smoothies are nutrient-dense snacks with a taste kids love and nutrients they need to grow healthy. Each serving provides a good source of calcium, vitamin D and fiber—three nutrients that most kids don’t get enough of throughout the day. Calcium and vitamin D support strong bones and gut-friendly fiber is important for a balanced diet, yet these nutrients are under-consumed by most children.

How much calcium, vitamin D and fiber should my child consume each day?

Danimals smoothies and pouches provide a good source of calcium, vitamin D and fiber, which means that each serving provides at least 10% of the recommended daily value of these key nutrients. Here are some quick references to help you calculate approximately how much of each nutrient your child should consume each day.

Vitamin D:Children over 1 year of age need 15 mcg (or 600 IU) of vitamin D every day. This is the same for toddlers, kids and teens.

Based on the Recommended Dietary Allowance for vitamin D.
Source: Vitamin D - Health Professional Fact Sheet (nih.gov)

Calcium:Calcium needs change as kids grow:

  • Ages 1-3: 700 mg/day
  • Ages 4-8 1,000 mg/day
  • Ages 9-18: 1,300 mg/day.

Based on the Recommended Dietary Allowance for calcium.
Source: Calcium - Health Professional Fact Sheet (nih.gov)

Fiber:Fiber needs also change as kids grow:

  • Ages 1–3: 14 g/day
  • Ages 4 and up: 28 g/day

Based on the Adequate Intake level for dietary fiber.
Source: NFL DRVs Food Components (fda.gov)

Where can I find Danimals nutrition facts?

For full nutrition facts, please visit our Products section and navigate to a specific flavor.

Do Danimals products have probiotics?

Danimals products do not contain probiotics, however they do contain live and active yogurt cultures and are a good source of gut-friendly fiber.

What active cultures are in Danimals?

Danimals products contain the yogurt cultures Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus bulgaricus.

Are Danimals products gluten free, and okay for people with wheat and gluten allergies?

Yes.

Do Danimals contain Red Dye 40 or any colors from artificial sources?

No. Danimals are colored using fruit and vegetable juice.

Do Danimals products contain artificial flavors?

No. Danimals are not artificially flavored.

Do Danimals products contain GMOs?

Our smoothies and yogurt cups are Non-GMO Project Verified.

Is juice added to Danimals milk products?

Danimals products do not contain juice added for flavor, but they do contain fruit and vegetable juice added for color.

How old should kids be to consume Danimals products?

We recommend serving Danimals to children 4 years of age and older.

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Can you freeze Danimals smoothie bottles?

We do not recommend freezing our smoothies.

Can you freeze Danimals yogurt pouches?

Yes! You can freeze our yogurt pouches overnight, and pack in your child’s lunchbox to keep everything cool while it thaws in time for lunch.

Can you microwave the smoothie bottles or yogurt pouches?

We do not recommend microwaving any of our products.

How long are Danimals products good after the best if used by date?

The "best if used by" date on the package reflects the month and the day by which the yogurt should be consumed for optimal flavor, freshness and quality. We are unable to recommend enjoying our product beyond the “best if used by” date stamped on the container.

Do Danimals products need to be stored in the refrigerator?

Yes, refrigeration is required for all of our products.

Can I recycle Danimals smoothie bottles?

Yes, the plastic bottles are recyclable by following these steps:

  • Remove the shrink sleeve off the bottle and discard.
  • Remove the lid and discard.
  • Rinse the bottle and place it in your recycling bin.

Our paperboard cartons and boxes are also fully recyclable.

Can I recycle Danimals yogurt pouches?

Danimals yogurt pouches are not recyclable, but the outer paperboard box is.

Where can I find Danimals products?

Danimals products are sold in many grocery and club retailers, including Target, Kroger, Walmart, Stop and Shop and more. Check out our Where to Buy page to find a store near you.

Are Danimals products sold online?

Although we do not sell directly through our website, our products can be purchased online through our retail partners (Target, Kroger, Walmart and others) as well as grocery delivery apps, such as Instacart.

When was Danimals invented (founded)?

Danimals was first launched in 1994.

Is Danimals part of the B Corp® Community?

Yes! Danimals is part of Danone USA Public Benefit Corporation, which is a certified B Corp®. B Corps are evaluated to meet high standards of social and environmental performance. We work to support communities and families, and believe growing better today helps everyone grow stronger tomorrow. Learn more on our About Us page.

Who is Bongo?

Bongo is our beloved monkey mascot.

How can I contact Danimals?

We’d love to hear from you. Visit our Contact page to get in touch.

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