Infant formula, NESTLE, GOOD START SUPREME, with iron, liquid concentrate, not reconstituted
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This is Nestlé's liquid concentrate infant formula, a thick, creamy, pale-yellow liquid designed to be diluted with water before feeding. It has a mild, slightly sweet, milky taste and a smooth, viscous texture similar to a thin condensed milk. Nutritionally, it's a balanced source of energy for infants, providing a solid mix of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, with added iron.
Calorie split: 9% protein · 45% carbs · 46% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents appreciate the convenience and control of a concentrate, allowing them to prepare smaller, fresh batches. It's a trusted staple for many, offering a reliable and nutritionally complete feeding option.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
As a liquid concentrate, it requires precise dilution with clean water, which can be a step some find inconvenient compared to ready-to-feed or powder. The formula is a common infant allergen (contains milk), and the high sugar content (9.7g/100g) is inherent to its design for infant energy needs but is not suitable for adult consumption.
Key benefits
- Concentrated format allows for adjustable dilution to meet infant needs.
- Provides a complete nutritional profile for infant growth.
- Iron-fortified to help prevent iron deficiency.
- Convenient shelf-stable format before mixing.
- Specifically designed for easy digestion in infants.
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💡 Did you know?
The 'Good Start' line was one of the first to use 100% whey protein, which is easier for young infants to digest than a casein-dominant blend.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 75.8 g |
| Energy | 127 kcal |
| Energy | 531 kj |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 6.5 g |
| Ash | 0.71 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 14.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 81.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 9.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 46.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 137 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 34.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.0 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 11.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.10 mg |
| Folate, total | 19.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 19.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 32.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 15.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.42 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.42 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 114 ug |
| Retinol | 114 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 381 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 76.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.9 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 10.0 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.60 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.5 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.23 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.3 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 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) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg |
FAQ
How is liquid concentrate different from powder or ready-to-feed?
Liquid concentrate is a pre-mixed, thick liquid that must be diluted with water before use. It offers a middle ground between the convenience of ready-to-feed and the storage economy of powder.
Is the sugar content too high?
The sugar (9.7g per 100g of concentrate) is primarily lactose, the natural sugar in milk, which is the standard carbohydrate source in infant formula and essential for infant energy and development.
Can adults drink this?
While not harmful in small amounts, it is nutritionally formulated for infants and is not intended for adult consumption. Adults should choose appropriate milk or nutritional beverages.
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 1.27 kcal/g · 9% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 9.7 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: 0.25 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.