Toddler formula, store brand, pediatric shake
Common food
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This is a smooth, creamy, ready-to-drink nutritional shake designed for toddlers, often found in a store-brand version of popular pediatric drinks. It has a mild, sweet, vanilla or fruit flavor and a texture similar to a thin milkshake, making it easy for little sippers. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense source of energy, with a significant portion of its carbs coming from added sugars.
Calorie split: 12% protein · 45% carbs · 43% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
Parents and kids love it for its familiar, sweet taste and drinkable consistency, which is often more appealing than plain milk. Its shelf-stable packaging and portability make it a go-to for on-the-go nutrition and quick snacks.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (over 10g per 100g) can contribute to dental cavities and may cause energy spikes and crashes in sensitive children. To counteract this, serve it with a meal or snack containing protein and fiber (like a piece of cheese or whole-grain crackers) to slow sugar absorption, and always follow it with a sip of water to rinse teeth.
Key benefits
- Provides a convenient, calorie-dense energy source for active toddlers.
- Offers a blend of essential vitamins and minerals typical of pediatric formulas.
- Serves as a quick, no-prep option for busy caregivers.
- Can be used as a supplemental drink to support growth in picky eaters.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The formulation of these shakes is often based on decades of pediatric nutrition research, but the store-brand versions are specifically engineered to match the taste and nutritional profile of the leading national brand at a lower cost.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 80.5 g |
| Energy | 99.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 11.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 93.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 76.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 125 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 36.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 2.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 9.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.26 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.20 mg |
| Niacin | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.25 mg |
| Folate, total | 35.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 36.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 60.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 29.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.57 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.57 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 74.0 ug |
| Retinol | 74.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.50 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.35 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.26 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.12 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 1.9 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 1.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.1 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.97 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.09 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
Is this the same as infant formula?
No. Toddler formula is a nutritional supplement for children aged 1-3, while infant formula is a complete food designed to replace breast milk for babies under 12 months.
Can I use this in cooking?
Yes, it can be used as a liquid substitute in many recipes like pancakes, oatmeal, or smoothies to add calories and nutrients, though it will impart a sweet, milky flavor.
Why is the sugar content so high?
The sugar provides quick energy and makes the shake palatable for toddlers. However, it's important to view it as a treat or supplement, not a primary beverage, to avoid displacing water and other nutrient-rich foods.
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 0.99 kcal/g · 12% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 10.5 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: 0.29 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.