Infant formula, MEAD JOHNSON, Pregestimil 20 Calories, ready to feed, with ARA and DHA
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This is a specialized, ready-to-feed liquid infant formula designed for babies with specific digestive needs, offering a nutritionally complete meal in a convenient, sterile bottle. It has a smooth, thin, milky texture and a mild, slightly sweet taste, carefully formulated to be gentle on sensitive stomachs. Its key nutritional highlight is a precise balance of 20 calories per ounce, with a unique fat blend including ARA and DHA to support brain and eye development.
Calorie split: 11% protein · 41% carbs · 48% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and caregivers value it for the peace of mind it brings, knowing their baby is receiving tailored, hypoallergenic nutrition without preparation hassle. Its reliability for managing conditions like diarrhea or malabsorption makes it a trusted staple in many households.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The specialized formula is significantly more expensive than standard infant formulas and is often only available by prescription or medical recommendation. Its use is specific to certain medical conditions, and it should not be used without guidance from a healthcare professional.
Key benefits
- Provides complete nutrition for infants with fat malabsorption issues.
- Contains a specialized fat blend (MCTs) for easier digestion.
- Includes ARA and DHA for cognitive and visual development.
- Ready-to-feed format ensures sterility and convenience.
- Formulated to be gentle on the digestive system.
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💡 Did you know?
The 'Pregestimil' name hints at its purpose: it's designed to be 'pre-gestational' or easy to digest before it even reaches the baby's gut, thanks to its extensively hydrolyzed protein and high MCT oil content.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 87.0 g |
| Energy | 69.0 kcal |
| Energy | 287 kj |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 3.7 g |
| Ash | 0.46 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.02 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 62.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 5.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 34.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 72.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 31.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.66 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.05 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 7.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.33 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 11.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 11.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 18.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 15.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 69.0 ug |
| Retinol | 69.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 230 iu |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.20 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 33.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.80 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 7.9 ug |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.2 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 1.4 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.54 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.16 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.50 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.50 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.82 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.62 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.01 g |
FAQ
What does 'ready to feed' mean?
It means the formula is pre-mixed, sterile, and can be served directly from the container at room temperature or warmed, with no need to add water or mix powder.
Why does it have 0g of sugar per 100g?
The 'sugar' listed on the label typically refers to added sucrose or other simple sugars. This formula's carbohydrates come from corn syrup solids and modified starch, which are more complex and digested more slowly.
Is this a hypoallergenic formula?
Yes, it is considered a hypoallergenic formula. Its protein is extensively hydrolyzed (broken down into very small pieces) to reduce the risk of allergic reactions in sensitive infants.
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 · 0.0 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: 0.43 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.