What is Nutrilon infant formula, what types are there and how is it prepared?

Infant formulas of the Nutrilon brand are produced by Nutricia and are, perhaps, the best formulas for infants on the Russian market, since they are created using advanced production technologies and the latest ideas about the composition and properties of breast milk. The Nutrilon line of formulas is distinguished by its diversity and focus on solving all kinds of nutrition-related problems if they arise in a child.

Briefly about the manufacturer

The Nutricia company is a leader in the production of infant formula. It produces a huge range of children's products, including the Nutrilon trademark, which represents natural milk formulas that are ideal baby food on the domestic market.

Milk contains fatty acids, casein and albumin in proportion, which are indicators of the absorption of substances, phosphorus and calcium, vitamins, and minerals. Each substance is responsible for the development of certain parts of the body.

When choosing food, parents usually focus on the packaging instructions, which contain categories by age and developmental characteristics of the baby. But the scientific approach also takes into account the health status of the newborn, dividing formula into categories, each of which helps solve a specific problem.

Nutrilon in its composition is very similar to women's breast milk and regulates the digestive system, weight, and speed of development of the baby.

Advantages

Parents and pediatricians highlight a large number of benefits of Nutrilon:

• formulas ensure the full growth and development of the child and are a preventative measure;
• proposed for use by the Russian healthcare system;
• the Nutrilon mixture is produced in the CIS, and the products are manufactured according to new EU technologies;
• a wide range of products for premature and low birth weight babies, as well as for babies with health and development problems;
• Nutrilon is a full-fledged analogue of breastfeeding, like human milk, it enriches the child’s body with useful minerals, vitamins and strengthens the newborn’s immune system;
• infant formula is an ideal baby food product in many countries;
• all batches are carefully inspected, laboratory diagnostics are performed, and if the products do not meet the standards, they are rejected;
• Nutrilon mixture has passed many quality checks, which is confirmed by the presence of European certificates of absolute safety of the product for babies;
• easy to prepare using the measuring spoon from the package;
• the mixture tastes good and kids like it;
• regulates nutrition, normalizes intestinal function, and prevents the occurrence of colic in the baby.

Composition of baby food

Each of the Nutricia products has its own content, differing from the others in several components. Nutrilon for newborns has:

• whey;
• fish fat;
• vegetable oil;
• lactose;
• a complex of minerals and vitamins necessary for newborns.

The composition of the mixture with a special focus for premature babies, allergy sufferers and babies with digestive problems is rich in substances that help the product to be absorbed faster without causing additional problems for the child.

Flaws

In addition to the advantages, the mixture also has its disadvantages:

• The food contains vegetable oils. They are found in many formulas, but their negative impact on children's health has not been proven.
• High cost of the product.
• Artificial nutrition may not be suitable for the child and may cause allergies or stomach upsets. It all depends on the baby’s body.

Important! Before choosing a product, consult your doctor and select the ideal mixture for your baby.

Range

For healthy children

Nutrilon Premium 1,2,3,4

Name. Depending on the specific age of the baby, Nutrilon base mixtures are divided into the following types:

• Nutrilon Premium 1 is suitable for newborns and babies up to six months.
• Nutrilon Premium 2 is intended for feeding children aged 6-12 months.
• Nutrilon Junior 3 is prescribed for nutrition of babies 12-18 months.
• Nutrilon Junior 4 is suitable for children from 18 to 36 months.

Purpose . Nutrilon Premium 1,2,3,4 are used in the nutrition of babies if the mother has a lack of breast milk and there is no possibility of natural feeding.

Action and properties. As part of the diet, the composition of fatty acids is close to breast milk, and this has a positive effect on the baby’s body, and also has a preventive effect, preventing colic, bloating, and digestive problems.

Compound . Casein, trace minerals, taurine, whey proteins, soy lecithin, lactose, nucleotides, prebiotics, vegetable oils and fish oil.

What's included in the package? There are digital markings on each package that make choosing the appropriate nutrition option as easy as possible. The packaging is metal, inside there is a measuring spoon and a limiter for removing excess mixture.

Side effects . Individual intolerance to the components is possible, resulting in allergic reactions, skin rashes and itching.

Watch a video about this mixture:

For children at risk and manifestations of allergies

Hypoallergenic 1,2

The first stage is intended for children up to six months, the second - for babies from 6 to 12 months.

Purpose . Used in children who are prone to allergic reactions.

Action and properties. It acts gently, without causing a negative reaction, is well absorbed, has a slightly bitter taste, and is a safe, adapted composition.

Compound . Contains partially hydrolyzed protein, quickly absorbed by the body. The product contains the food additive E472c. This is an ester of citric acid, which is added as a stabilizer to maintain consistency. This food additive is approved for use in human milk replacers. Nutrilon Hypoallergenic2 also contains corn starch.

What's included in the package? Metal jar, measuring spoon and limiter.

Side effects . Individual intolerance is possible.

With amino acids

Purpose . For children with severe food allergies to soy, cow protein, and other products.

Actions and properties. Nutrition completely eliminates the occurrence of food allergies to soy protein and cow's milk. Protein is replaced with amino acids and is absorbed directly.

Compound . Amino acids, permitted antioxidants, lactose is replaced by glucose syrup, citric acid, fatty acids.

What's included in the package? Metal jar, measuring spoon, limiter.

Side effects . The mixture has high osmolality.

Video about this mixture:

"Pepti"

Purpose . Designed for children suffering from food allergies from birth and atopic dermatitis.

Actions and properties. Helps relieve allergy symptoms, is effective for dermatitis, and has a tart taste.

Compound . Fully hydrolyzed protein, reducing the risk of allergic reactions, maltodextrin, reduced lactose content.

What's included in the package? The mixture is contained in a metal can and has a limiter. There is also a measuring spoon.

Side effects . Green stool may appear.

"Pepti Gastro"

Purpose . For babies with impaired intestinal absorption, as well as food intolerance from birth.

Actions and properties. Reduces the risk associated with allergies. It improves digestion and is absorbed directly, which is important when intestinal absorption is impaired.

Compound . Contains hydrolyzed protein, fish oil, food additive E472c, vegetable oils, instead of lactose, glucose syrup is added.

What's included in the package? Measuring spoon and limiter, metal packaging.

Side effects . May also cause green stools.

For babies with digestive discomfort

"Comfort 1, 2"

The stages of age distribution are the same as in previous mixtures.

Purpose . Used to eliminate constipation, colic and normalize intestinal microflora.

Actions and properties. The thick mixture is quickly and easily digested, improving digestion, normalizing intestinal microflora, and also eliminating colic, constipation, and excessive regurgitation.

Compound . Partially hydrolyzed protein, modified palm oil, starch, reduced lactose, glucose syrup.

What's included in the package? Metal jar, measuring spoon, limiter.

Side effects . Allergic reactions are possible.

"Four milk 1.2"

Purpose . For children with digestive problems, from birth to six months.

Actions and properties. Helps normalize digestion, as the composition is close to human breast milk. Does not contain nucleotides and fatty acids, fish oil.

Compound . Lactic acid microorganisms for fermenting milk components, probiotics, whey proteins and casein in equal proportions, maltodextrin

What's included in the package? The mixture is in a metal can. There is a measuring spoon and a limiter inside.

Side effects . Intolerance to components.

Lactose-free

Purpose . For children with complete or partial lactose intolerance from birth.

Actions and properties. Improves digestion, strengthens the protective functions of the intestines, is easily digestible and stimulates brain function.

Compound . Calcium caseinate, glucose syrup, amino acids, fatty acids.

What's included in the package? There is a measuring spoon for dosing, a limiter for removing excess. Metal packaging.

Side effects . Due to the specific composition of the mixture, the amino acid is introduced separately.

Video about this mixture:

"Antireflux"

Purpose . Eliminates regurgitation in children from birth to 6 months.

Actions and properties. The anti-reflux mixture prevents strong regurgitation, forms soft stools, eliminates the gag reflex and constipation.

Compound . Modified locust bean gum, casein, maltodextrin and the amino acid L-cysteine.

What's included in the package? Tin can, measuring spoon, limiter.

Side effects . When a new formula is introduced into a child's diet, the character of the stool may change.

For premature and low birth weight babies

"Pre 0, 1"

Purpose . For low birth weight, premature babies. Nutrilon Pre 0 is used until the baby reaches a weight of 1800 kg, then transferred to Nutrilon Pre 1, where the protein content is lower.

Actions and properties. High protein content promotes growth and weight gain. Strengthens the immune system, gives strength and improves the functioning of nerve cells.

Compound . Protein and casein in proportions 60/40, fish oil, vegetable oils, acids, vitamins, minerals in full

What's included in the package? Tin can, measuring spoon, limiter.

Side effects . Possible changes in stool character, colic, constipation.

Nutrilon product range

Nutricia Corporation, which is the manufacturer of Nutrilon, offers baby food for different age categories. This:

• Product for newborns Premium 1;
• Antireflux for babies who are prone to frequent regurgitation;
• The hypoallergenic mixture is suitable for newborns and infants up to one year who show signs of an allergic reaction;
• The lactose-free product is intended for infants suffering from lactose intolerance, as well as for babies who have loose stools;
• Premature babies will quickly catch up with their peers with the help of Nutrilon pre;
• A fermented milk product containing bacteria useful for the formation of gastric microflora and digestion can be given to infants from the first days of life;
• For babies who cannot digest cow protein and gluten, Nutrilon soy has been developed;
• The Pepti Gastro product is intended for infants who have impaired intestinal absorption;
• Comfort formula is suitable for babies with frequent bloating, vomiting and other digestive problems;
• Artificial milk with amino acids is intended for dietary nutrition of toddlers;
• The Pepti Allergy product is rich in prebiotics and is suitable for children with dysbacteriosis.

Which product is better to choose and what to look for when purchasing?

Best before date

An unopened jar should be stored at a temperature not lower than 0 and not higher than 25 degrees, and the relative humidity should not be higher than 75%. Opened packaging should be tightly closed after use and placed in a cool, dry place. But you should not store the jar in the refrigerator, as it may be too humid , as a result of which the mixture will become damp and absorb the smell and microflora of the products in the refrigerator with the mixture.

Important! The contents of an open jar can be stored for no longer than three weeks, after which it is disposed of. You should not store the mixture next to cereals, as insects that may be in the products will end up in the baby food.

How to distinguish an original from a fake?

The formula should only be purchased in stores that specialize in selling baby food.

These stores are specialized, which means they sell products from real manufacturers. Specialized sales points strictly monitor the contents of food for children, observe storage conditions, temperature conditions, and also check the expiration date of the formulas.

When choosing baby food, pay attention to the label. If the packaging of a popular brand of baby food does not include:

• expiration date;
• age recommendations;
• product composition;
• cooking method.

Then this is a fake and the store distributing such products is not trustworthy.

Another indisputable fact that affects the quality of the product is the price. Baby food is made from natural ingredients, using the latest technologies and high quality control standards. Therefore, real baby food cannot cost a penny.

Other nuances

When choosing food, be sure to observe the baby’s reaction. Sometimes children develop allergies to formula. Therefore, once this fact is discovered, stop using this food and consult your pediatrician for a replacement.

up to a year Nutrilon Comfort 2, but what after a year?

One of my children is in NE. To help you fall asleep during the day and at night, I give you a bottle of Nutrilon Comfort 2 mixture. What should you switch to??? I haven’t seen Nutrilon Comfort 3, it doesn’t seem like this happens... Tell me, experienced ones)

Girls, I talked to a Nutrilon specialist; if you are interested, read:

Anastasia: Hello. One of my sons is breastfed + supplementary feeding Nutrilon Comfort2. We are already 1 year old, what mixture should we switch to? Nutrilon Comfort3 does not exist. There is Nutrilon3, but is it possible to switch to it from Comfort? I know there is Junior baby milk. How does it differ from the mixture and can it replace Comfort2? Natalya Barinova: Hello! Nutrilon Junior is also a mixture, it’s not milk! After one year, a child’s digestive system becomes more mature, so there is no need to release the formula from colic and constipation after one year. How much breast milk does your baby drink per day? Anastasia: It’s difficult to answer, because... I feed him at night and not always. I have twins, this child sleeps with dad, dad makes him formula, I rarely change with dad to breastfeed him. Natalya Barinova: Is it possible to pump for this baby for one feeding? Anastasia: no. Natalya Barinova: Then gradually transfer him to Nutrilon Junior 3. Since Comfort and Junior are two completely different mixtures, you need to introduce a new diet smoothly! Nutrilon Junior 3 formula is a complete nutrition for children from 12 months to 3 years, which can be used as a supplement or replacement for breast milk. Anastasia: Tell me, how to introduce it gradually? mix, replace one feeding (180 ml.) or start giving with 30 ml? Natalya Barinova: You start feeding in the first half of the day (before 13:00), from different bottles, at the beginning you give 30 ml of a new mixture, supplement with 150 ml with comfort Natalya Barinova: That is, you give 2 types of mixture at one time (in one feeding) - a new one and familiar. Anastasia: thank you!!! Natalia Barinova: Write to us if you have any questions. Anastasia: another question: on Junior’s jar it says “baby milk”, not formula. And you say that this is not milk. is this a marketing ploy? do you mean mixture? Natalya Barinova: in accordance with modern legislation, this product should be called “milk” Anastasia: I understand. Also, please tell me how long the diluted mixture is usable? Natalya Barinova: The name “milk” is recommended by Russian legislation - this is the name of dairy products for feeding children after one year. The name Junior means the age of the child - after one year. Natalya Barinova: The diluted (ready-made mixture) can be stored at room temperature for no more than an hour. Anastasia: and if you dilute it in water, the temperature of which is BELOW INDICATED ON the jar, what changes in the mixture? Is it just difficult to dissolve? Natalya Barinova: the mixture will not completely dissolve and the baby may have a stomach ache, we guarantee the safety and quality of the mixture by strictly following the instructions for preparation and storage

How to cook?

Preparatory stage

Before preparing formula for feeding, you need to carefully study the instructions and prepare the dishes:

• The bottle, pacifier, and measuring spoon should be thoroughly washed immediately after feeding.
• To wash dishes, you can use special children's products, or you can use an economical option and wash everything with table soda.
• Particular attention should be paid to hard-to-reach places.
• A brush and special brushes are suitable for cleaning containers, and they will be used for children's dishes.
• The bottle and nipple must be sterilized. To do this, they are boiled in water or a sterilizer is used.

Supplies are prepared in advance so as not to waste time on processing if the baby asks to eat.

Calculations

Tips on how to dilute the composition for nutrition

1. Wash your hands, sterilize the bottle and pacifier.
2. Boil water and cool it to 40 degrees.
3. Referring to the feeding chart, take the exact amount of water and pour it into a sterilized bottle. The water must be fresh; do not reuse water that has been boiled.
4. Using the measuring spoon provided inside the package, carefully remove the mound of dry mixture. Use the limiter located inside the package.
5. Add a precisely measured number of scoops of the mixture to the water.
6. Close the bottle and shake the mixture vigorously until completely dissolved.
7. Remove the cap and put on the pacifier.
8. Apply a few drops to the inside of your wrist and check the temperature, it should not exceed 37 degrees.

Preparing baby formula

There are many cases when a child begins to spit up or be capricious due to the fact that artificial milk was improperly diluted. The creators of Nutrilon mixtures have placed detailed instructions on the packaging according to which food should be prepared. The sequence is as follows:

1. Thorough hand washing.
2. Sterilization of pacifiers with a bottle.
3. Boil water for 10 minutes, which then needs to be cooled to 40 degrees.
4. Fill the bottle with water according to the dosage from the instructions.
5. Add the mixture using a measuring spoon. The quantity is indicated in the table in the instructions.
6. Shake the bottle until the powder is completely dissolved after closing the container with a lid.
7. Changing the bottle to a pacifier.
8. Checking the temperature of the mixture, during which you need to drop the prepared food onto the back of the hand. If it is hot, you should cool it down a little by immersing the bottle in cool water for a few minutes.

The ratio of the volume of powder and liquid is given in the table:

The finished mixture should be homogeneous without lumps. You cannot leave it for subsequent feedings; you can feed the baby only with freshly prepared food.

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