Infant formula, MEAD JOHNSON, Enfamil Reguline Powder, with ARA and DHA, not reconstituted
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Enfamil Reguline is a specialized infant formula powder designed to support digestive comfort and promote soft, easy stools. It has a fine, pale-yellow texture that dissolves into a creamy, milky liquid with a mild, slightly sweet taste. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of energy, providing a balanced blend of fats, carbohydrates, and protein for growing babies.
Calorie split: 9% protein · 44% carbs · 47% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents often choose it for its specific focus on digestive comfort, which can lead to happier, less fussy babies. The powder format is valued for its convenience, long shelf life, and ease of precise preparation.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a formula, it lacks the dynamic, immune-boosting components of breast milk. It is a dairy-based product, making it unsuitable for infants with a confirmed cow's milk protein allergy. For babies with sensitive systems, any new formula should be introduced gradually under pediatric guidance to monitor tolerance.
Key benefits
- Contains a unique blend of two prebiotics (PDX and GOS) to support digestive health.
- Includes DHA and ARA, important fatty acids found in breast milk for brain and eye development.
- Provides complete nutrition for infants who are not breastfed.
- Formulated to help reduce fussiness and gas in some babies.
- Offers a consistent, reliable nutrient profile for infant growth.
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💡 Did you know?
The 'Reguline' name directly refers to its clinical design to promote 'regularity' in an infant's bowel movements, a common concern for new parents.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 2.4 g |
| Energy | 513 kcal |
| Energy | 2148 kj |
| Protein | 11.7 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 27.0 g |
| Ash | 3.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 55.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 30.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 420 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 41.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 230 mg |
| Potassium, K | 550 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 183 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.38 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.08 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 14.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 61.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.41 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.71 mg |
| Niacin | 5.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.30 mg |
| Folate, total | 81.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 81.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 138 ug |
| Choline, total | 122 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.5 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 1.5 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 460 ug |
| Retinol | 460 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1520 iu |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 4.6 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 300 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 7.5 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 46.0 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 11.3 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.43 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.32 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 2.4 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 1.1 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.9 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.0 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.07 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 9.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.04 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 9.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.04 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 5.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.37 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.17 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.09 g |
| Cholesterol | 17.0 mg |
FAQ
What is the difference between Enfamil Reguline and standard infant formula?
Reguline contains a specific blend of prebiotics (PDX and GOS) aimed at supporting digestive health and promoting softer stools, which is its key differentiator from standard formulas.
Can I use this formula for a newborn?
Yes, Enfamil Reguline is a complete nutrition formula designed for infants from birth onwards, but you should always consult your pediatrician before starting or switching formulas.
Is the powder sweetened?
The carbohydrate source is primarily lactose (milk sugar), which is naturally sweet and the standard carbohydrate in infant formula. It does not contain added sugars like high-fructose corn syrup.
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 5.13 kcal/g · 9% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 30.0 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: 0.33 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.