Nutritional Supplement in Infant Formulas

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Infant formula is a manufactured food designed for feeding babies, typically made from processed cow's milk or soy, and fortified with vitamins and minerals to mimic breast milk. It serves as a complete nutritional source for infants who are not breastfed.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is nutritionally balanced, providing a mix of carbohydrates (often from lactose), fats, and proteins to support rapid growth. A typical serving is calorie-dense, around 60-70 kcal per 100 ml, and is a primary source of key nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamin D.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	66 kcal
Protein	1.3 g
Carbs	7.6 g
Fat	3.4 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	23 mg
Calcium	50 mg
Iron	0.9 mg
Vitamin D	1.0 µg
Vitamin A	60 µg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Potassium	70 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg

Per 100 ml (prepared formula) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Modern infant formulas are a marvel of food science, engineered to closely replicate the complex composition of human breast milk, including added prebiotics and DHA for brain development.