Infant formula, MEAD JOHNSON, NEXT STEP, PROSOBEE LIPIL, powder, with ARA and DHA
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This is a specialized infant formula powder designed for babies with cow's milk protein sensitivity. It has a mild, slightly sweet, and neutral taste with a fine, easily mixable texture. Nutritionally, it's a complete, hypoallergenic source of calories, protein, and essential fats like ARA and DHA for brain and eye development.
Calorie split: 13% protein · 48% carbs · 39% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and caregivers trust it for providing reliable, gentle nutrition when standard formulas cause discomfort. Its neutral flavor makes it easy for infants to accept, and it serves as a critical, life-sustaining option for specific dietary needs.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
It is a medical food, not a culinary ingredient, and its high sugar content (56g/100g) is designed for infant growth, not adult consumption. It should never be used as a regular food or beverage by children or adults due to its unbalanced macronutrient profile for mature diets.
Key benefits
- Hypoallergenic protein source for sensitive infants
- Contains ARA & DHA for brain and vision development
- Provides complete nutrition as a sole or supplemental food
- Lactose-free formula for easier digestion
- Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'LIPIL' in its name refers to a specific blend of fats, including Mortierella alpina oil and Crypthecodinium cohnii oil, which are fungal and algal sources used to create the brain-building fats ARA and DHA, mimicking the composition found in breast milk.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 3.0 g |
| Energy | 480 kcal |
| Energy | 2007 kj |
| Protein | 15.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 21.0 g |
| Ash | 3.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 57.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 56.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 920 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 9.5 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 52.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 620 mg |
| Potassium, K | 570 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 171 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.7 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.36 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 13.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 57.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.38 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.43 mg |
| Niacin | 4.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.28 mg |
| Folate, total | 76.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 76.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 129 ug |
| Choline, total | 57.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.4 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 1.4 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 430 ug |
| Retinol | 430 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1420 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 6.4 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 6.4 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 284 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 7.1 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 38.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.25 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 1.9 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.86 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 4.6 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.90 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.8 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.8 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.37 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.16 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) | 0.08 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
What does 'PROSOBEE' mean?
PROSOBEE indicates the formula uses a protein hydrolysate, where the proteins are broken down into smaller, less allergenic pieces to reduce the risk of an immune reaction in sensitive infants.
Can this be used for toddlers or adults?
No. It is specifically formulated for infants and should only be used under the direction of a pediatrician or healthcare provider for its intended purpose.
Why is the sugar content so high?
The sugar (primarily from corn syrup solids) provides easily digestible carbohydrates, which are a crucial energy source for rapidly growing infants. It is not added sugar in the confectionery sense.
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 4.80 kcal/g · 13% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 56.0 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: 0.30 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.