Infant Bottle Feed
Infant bottle feed, commonly known as infant formula, is a manufactured food designed and marketed for feeding babies and infants under 12 months of age. It is typically prepared from cow's milk or soy, and formulated to approximate the composition of human breast milk. It serves as a complete nutritional substitute or supplement when breastfeeding is not possible or chosen.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a balanced, energy-dense food designed for rapid growth, providing a moderate mix of carbohydrates, fats, and protein. It is a primary source of calories for infants, with a typical 240ml (8oz) prepared serving containing roughly 120-150 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 3.4 g |
| Carbs | 14 g |
| Fat | 6.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 55 mg |
| Calcium | 105 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Potassium | 160 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
Per 1 bottle, prepared (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Its formulation is a remarkable feat of food science, constantly evolving to include complex components like DHA, ARA, and prebiotics to better mimic the dynamic nutritional profile of human breast milk. Nutritionally, it is the sole source of complete nutrition for many infants for the first year of life.
