Infant formula, ABBOTT NUTRITION, SIMILAC NEOSURE, ready-to-feed, with ARA and DHA
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This is a specialized, ready-to-feed liquid infant formula designed for premature or low-birth-weight babies, offering a precise nutritional boost. It has a smooth, milky consistency and a mild, slightly sweet taste tailored for infant palates. Its standout feature is a calorie-dense profile (69 kcal/100g) fortified with key brain and eye nutrients like ARA and DHA.
Calorie split: 11% protein · 40% carbs · 49% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and caregivers value it for its clinical reliability and the peace of mind that comes with a nutritionally complete, sterile, and precisely formulated product for vulnerable infants.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a medical nutrition product, it is not for general use and can be costly. Its high carbohydrate (6.94g) and sugar (6.9g) content, while designed for infant energy needs, requires strict adherence to feeding plans under medical supervision to avoid excessive weight gain.
Key benefits
- Provides 69 kcal per 100g for catch-up growth
- Contains DHA and ARA for brain and visual development
- Ready-to-feed format ensures sterility and convenience
- Offers balanced protein (1.92g) and fat (3.77g) for tissue building
- Formulated for the unique needs of preterm infants
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'NEOSURE' name reflects its purpose: 'NEO' for newborn and 'SURE' for assured nutrition, specifically engineered to support the unique metabolic and growth needs of premature infants after hospital discharge.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 87.0 g |
| Energy | 69.0 kcal |
| Energy | 290 kj |
| Protein | 1.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 3.8 g |
| Ash | 0.38 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 6.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g |
| Lactose | 6.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 72.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 6.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 42.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 97.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 23.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.82 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.08 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 10.3 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.15 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.55 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 17.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 17.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 29.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 11.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.27 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.27 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 94.0 ug |
| Retinol | 94.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 315 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 1.1 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 48.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.4 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.58 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.14 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.23 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.11 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.39 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.39 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.84 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.73 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.01 g |
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg |
FAQ
Is this the same as regular infant formula?
No. It is a specialized post-discharge formula for premature or low-birth-weight infants, with higher calories, protein, and specific nutrients like DHA/ARA to support catch-up growth. Regular formulas are for full-term babies.
Why is it ready-to-feed instead of powder?
The ready-to-feed liquid form is sterile, which is critical for the immature immune systems of premature infants. It eliminates the risk of contamination from water or mixing errors.
Can I use this for a full-term baby?
This formula should only be used under the direction of a pediatrician or healthcare provider. It is not intended for healthy, full-term infants and may provide excessive calories and nutrients for their needs.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.69 kcal/g · 11% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 6.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.24 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.