Primary Infant Nutrition
Primary Infant Nutrition is not a traditional dish but a category of specially formulated, complete liquid nutrition designed for infants from birth. It is typically based on cow's milk or soy protein, modified to mimic the nutritional profile of human breast milk, and is often referred to as infant formula. It originates from modern nutritional science and is produced globally.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This nutrition is carefully balanced to be high in easily digestible carbohydrates (lactose) and fats for brain development, with a moderate amount of protein. It provides a complete source of calories and essential nutrients for growth, with a typical serving containing around 100-120 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 67 kcal |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Carbs | 7.2 g |
| Fat | 3.6 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 7.2 g |
| Sodium | 20 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 µg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 60 µg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
| Potassium | 70 mg |
| Folate | 10 µg |
Per 100 ml (approx. 3.4 fl oz) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What's unique is its precise engineering; every ingredient is added to replicate the complex composition of breast milk, including specific fatty acids like DHA for brain and eye development and prebiotics for gut health. It is one of the most strictly regulated food products in the world.
