The best formula for newborns according to the Test Purchase and Roskachestvo

The production of infant formula is rapidly improving, leaving far behind the first attempts to bring the composition of artificial nutrition closer to natural breast milk. Today, the range of breast milk substitutes is represented by a huge number of adapted formulas for newborns of any age. In a broader sense, all existing options are divided into three categories: standard (for feeding healthy babies), preventive (for babies with special nutritional needs) and specialized (for medical nutrition of babies with developmental pathology). We will consider the best options related to the first category, without affecting the characteristics of the composition of medicinal mixtures.

It should be noted that regardless of the reason, the transfer of the child to artificial feeding and the choice of a suitable formula should be carried out exclusively on the basis of prior consultation with the pediatrician.

Rating of the best infant formula for newborns

Bellakt Optimum 1+ - first place according to Roskontrol

Powdered milk formula Bellakt Optimum 1+ is intended for feeding babies from birth to 6 months. Despite the fact that the sample scored the maximum number of points, it is impossible to assign a Russian Quality Mark to this product, since it was made in the Republic of Belarus.

In the course of laboratory research, no antibiotics, heavy metals or toxic elements were found in the composition. Microbiological indicators are within the recommended standard limits. The composition of the object under study includes amino acids, prebiotics and minerals, the actual content of which coincides with the indicators indicated in the labeling. The consistency corresponds to the established standards: a fine creamy white powder with small lumps crumbling when pressed. Has a pleasant subtle smell and sweetish taste.

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Nestle Nan Optipro Premium - first place according to the "Test purchase", but has comments from "Roskachestvo"

According to the results of the "Test Purchase", milk formula of the Nestle trademark shared the leading position of the rating along with 4.6 companies. Nestle Nan Optipro Premium is specially formulated to nourish newborns from the first days of life. The lemon-cream-colored sample has no violations in terms of organoleptic characteristics. The mixture is presented in the form of a homogeneous dry powder with a delicate, slightly sweet taste and a barely traceable smell of milk. There are no foreign tastes.

The laboratory tests carried out by Roskachestvo confirmed the safety of the products, but revealed some deviations from the norm, the indicators of nutrients declared in the labeling. In particular: increased potassium and decreased manganese. Despite these discrepancies, otherwise, Nestle Nan Optipro Premium contains all the necessary substances, the content of which is standardized in baby food. The indicated net weight corresponds to the actual value.

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Nutricia Baby - one of the winners of the "Test Purchase"

A sample of the Nutricia trademark, the initial adapted mix Malyutka, in addition to winning the final of the TV show, also became a favorite of the people's jury of the "Test Purchase". The tasters noted the natural color and smell of the product, similar to pasteurized milk. In a liquid state, it has a uniform consistency of white creamy color and a pleasant milky taste. Best suited for babies in the first year of life.

According to an independent examination of Roskachestvo, Nutricia Baby is as close as possible to natural breast milk and contains a large amount of linoleic, lauric, myristic acids, which have a beneficial effect on the development of the newborn's body. The mixture is rich in vitamins, but there was not enough ascorbic acid in it. Vitamin C content may have decreased during storage, since ascorbic acid is a volatile substance.

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"Valio Baby" - one of the three leaders according to "Roskachestvo"

The Valio Baby formula is produced in Finland and is intended for feeding newborns from 0 to 6 months. The organoleptic properties of the product comply with the standards: dry powder contains lumps crumbling with slight pressure. In the liquid state, it is presented in a uniform consistency of creamy-yellow color with a smell inherent in a non-fat dairy product and a pleasant sweet taste.

The composition of the Valio Baby breast milk substitute includes amino acids, prebiotics, minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper, manganese, sodium, necessary for the development of a child. However, the actual content of the latter slightly exceeds the indicator declared by the manufacturer. Among other things, the experts found a discrepancy between the amount of prebiotics indicated on the package and the indicators identified in the laboratory.

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"Vinnie" - affordable price

The adapted Russian-made dry mix "Vinnie" is made for feeding newborns from 0 to 12 months. Labeled protein, fat and carbohydrate values ​​correspond to laboratory results. Breast milk substitute "Winnie" has a safe composition and favorable organoleptic characteristics: a homogeneous powdery mixture, without lumps. When diluted in water, it acquires a light creamy yellow shade with a subtle, hardly noticeable odor and a delicate milky taste.

The composition of the product meets safety requirements and contains the necessary nutrient standards. With the exception of the excess of the required daily sodium intake detected during the inspection of Roskachestvo and the amount of calcium stated below by the manufacturer. No starch was found in the composition.

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Hipp Combiotic - product with expert comments

The Hipp Combiotic Adapted Initial Formula is designed to feed newborns from day one to 6 months. The jury members of the “Test Purchase” selection round highly appreciated the sample. Customers noted the natural smell of the Hipp Combiotic milk replacer and its good water solubility. However, when evaluating the consumer properties in the expert laboratory of the TV program, an increased osmolality coefficient was revealed and potato starch, not indicated in the product labeling, was found.

An independent study by Roskachestvo also revealed a number of violations associated with the indication of incorrect nutritional value. Experts have recorded an increased content of prebiotics, potassium and magnesium, and the values ​​of calcium and manganese are lower than those stated on the label. Despite these deviations, the mixture is safe and does not contain heavy metals, antibiotics and other substances prohibited by the standard.

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Semper - Nutritional Violations

Semper Adapted Starter Formula is suitable for babies 0-6 months, both as a main meal and for mixed feeding. It has the appearance of a lemon-cream powder of normal moisture content, and when diluted with water, it completely dissolves without forming clots. It contains galactooligosaccharides (prebiotics) in sufficient quantities, as well as phosphorus, iron, zinc, iodine and other nutrients necessary for the child's body. Rich in vitamins A, B, E, D3, C.

The experts did not find any substances and preservatives potentially hazardous to health in the composition. However, in the course of laboratory tests, an increased content of potassium was revealed, and the amount of manganese was below the established daily norm. In addition, as a result of the examination of the TV show "Test Purchase", an increase in the osmolality indicator (saturation of the liquid with proteins, salts, metals) was recorded, which was the reason for the withdrawal of this sample from the competitive program.

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Humana Expert is an outsider of the "Test Purchase" and "Roskachestvo" rating

The sample of baby food Humana Expert received negative reviews from the jury and did not leave the qualifying round of the "Test Purchase". According to the results of the tasting, the participants noted a strong chemical smell (unnatural), as well as the formation of lumps when the mixture was stirred with water. In dry form, the mixture has a powdery homogeneous consistency.

Despite Humana Expert's withdrawal from the competitive program, the expert laboratory conducted a study, during which an increased osmolality index was revealed. In addition to the exceeded concentration of minerals, an independent examination by Roskachestvo recorded a high content of prebiotics, sodium and potassium. And the indicators of calcium and manganese were lower than those indicated on the manufacturer's label. Vitamins C and B2 were also found to be insufficient. No other violations, apart from the discrepancy between the revealed information and the marking data, were found. The mixture meets all necessary safety standards.

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Which formula is better (selection criteria)

1. Child's age. The numerical value indicated on the front side of the package will help you to choose the appropriate option: "0" - for premature or low birth weight babies; "1" —from 0 to 6 months; "2" —from 6 months to a year; "3" - from the year.
2. Composition... As part of a good mixture, the balance of nutrients is clearly observed: amino acids, vitamins and minerals. An essential amino acid such as taurine is a must-have in any formula.
3. Packaging... It is allowed to pack in a closed metal can or a ceflen bag packed in a cardboard box.
4. Label... The information indicated on the label should include: name and location of the manufacturer, composition, weight and volume of the product, nutritional value, conditions and shelf life (before and after opening), method and recommendations for use.
5. Consistency... GOST allows powdery with a small amount of lumps that easily crumble when pressed. When diluted, the mixture should have a uniform consistency with a predominance of white or cream shades.