Roskachestvo experts named the best infant formula

Antireflux mixtures

Bellakt AR (from birth to 12 months) 400 g

pros

• convenient to cook
• pleasant taste
• ideal ratio of components
• without sugar and starch

Minuses

• rarely found in stores

From 259 ₽

A cheap formula made from skim cow's milk with added prebiotics, vitamins and minerals. Thanks to the thickener, intestinal motility improves. The mixture was created for children with functional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Produced in Belarus.

Humana AR (from birth) 400 g

pros

• pleasant smell and taste
• no sugar, preservatives, starch, gluten
• quickly relieves colic
• thick and satisfying

Minuses

• overcharge

From 759 ₽

An excellent mixture for a newborn with mixed feeding. It is made from skim cow's milk and whey powder and is easy to digest. The main components are vegetable oils, lactose, soy lecithin, as well as various vitamins and minerals. The mixture is easily diluted without lumps. The product is made in Germany.

Friso VOM 1 (from 0 to 6 months) 400 g

pros

• no sugar, starch or preservatives
• convenient jar with a special place for a measuring spoon
• good taste

Minuses

• overcharge
• lumps form when stirred
• rarely on sale

From 607 ₽

Thick and nutritious formula is made from skim milk. Contains fatty acids for mental development, vegetable oils, fish oil, folic acid. If the mother does not have milk, the formula can perfectly replace it. Made in the Netherlands, shelf life - 24 months.

Tips for parents on selection and storage

When choosing a mixture, always pay attention to the quality of packaging and expiration dates.

If the mixture is produced in different countries, then give preference to the product that you have already used. Even minor differences in the production of the same brand can affect the baby’s well-being.

Do not buy opened packages by hand . There is no guarantee that exactly “yesterday” this package was opened.

The mixture from the opened package should be consumed as quickly as possible. At most within a month (and some manufacturers claim even less time).

Always follow food preparation instructions strictly. It says “measuring spoon without a slide”, which means only a measuring spoon (and the “slide” can be removed with a knife or on the protruding edge of the jar). Observe the water temperature strictly. A number of mixtures simply do not mix completely if the water is cold.

Be sure to sterilize bottles . Use purified and/or boiled water.

Do not store the prepared mixture outdoors. If this is provided and stated by the manufacturer on the packaging, then undrinked food should be stored in the refrigerator.

We invite you to watch a video about what you need to consider when choosing baby formula:

Lactose-free mixtures

Nutrilon (Nutricia) Lactose-free (from birth) 400 g

pros

• easy to prepare
• ideal ratio of components
• great taste
• convenient packaging

Minuses

• overcharge

From 700 ₽

Therapeutic lactose-free mixture, made on the basis of calcium caseinate, is intended for children suffering from intolerance to milk sugar (lactose). Contains glucose syrup, minerals, fish oil and a rich vitamin complex. The mixture normalizes the intestinal microflora and is easily digestible. Country of origin: the Netherlands.

Bellakt BL (from birth to 12 months) 400 g

pros

• pleasant taste
• affordable price
• quality ingredients
• no sugar, starch or preservatives
• long shelf life

Minuses

• does not dissolve well, lumps remain
• not suitable for all children
• may cause constipation

From 339 ₽

Milk formula produced in Belarus for children with lactose intolerance. The main component of the product is whey proteins, which do not cause allergies. The mixture is rich in vitamins and minerals necessary for the growth and proper development of the child.

Similac (Abbott) Alimentum (from birth) 400 g

pros

• easy to divorce
• free from palm oil, gluten and lactose
• helps cope with allergic rashes
• rich composition

Minuses

• not very pleasant taste and smell
• high price
• uncomfortable spoon with sides
• difficulties with acquisition

From 1100 ₽

For children suffering from severe forms of food allergies, intestinal disorders and lactose intolerance, a highly adapted mixture based on casein hydrolyzate has been prepared. The product has a bitter taste, children need time to get used to it, then they eat the mixture with pleasure. The mixture is not always available in stores; mothers recommend ordering it online.

Hypoallergenic mixtures

Friso Frisolac Gold PEP AC (from 0 to 12 months) 400 g

pros

• eliminates allergy symptoms
• Convenient spoon storage
• does not cause colic or bloating
• easy to divorce

Minuses

• Expensive
• bitter taste
• rarely on sale

From 1049 ₽

Complete nutrition for children allergic to cow's milk protein. The main components are casein hydrolyzate, nucleotides, acids, vitamin and mineral supplements. The product is easily digestible, supplying the child’s body with vital substances. Mothers are advised to buy this mixture in online stores or to order.

Similac (Abbott) Hypoallergenic 1 (0-6 months) 400 g

pros

• eliminates allergic symptoms
• no sugar, palm oil, milk protein, starch
• convenient packaging
• acceptable price

Minuses

• divorces badly
• short handle on measuring spoon
• not a very pleasant smell

From 525 ₽

Hypoallergenic mixture developed for children prone to allergies. Due to the absence of palm oil, the likelihood of constipation is reduced and calcium absorption is increased. The product contains maltodextrin, whey protein, prebiotics, and microelements necessary for the body. This is an excellent breast milk substitute.

The best baby formula

In a number of formulas without palm fat, you can choose food for both healthy babies and children with allergies and for those who are too light or lactose intolerant, or have dysfunctions in the gastrointestinal tract.

Let's look at the main characteristics of Similac palm oil-based infant formulas:

Infant formulas without palm oil are presented in the Nanny product line, made from goat milk. This healthy milk is closer in composition to breast milk compared to cow's milk. Thanks to the balanced protein and prebiotics included in the composition, such nutrition will be useful for healthy babies and children with low weight or prematurity.

What is the best baby formula? Experts recommend those that contain prebiotics and vitamin-mineral complexes. At the same time, we should not forget about the individual characteristics of the baby. And in order not to make a mistake when choosing baby food, be sure to consult a pediatrician.

Formulas for premature and low birth weight babies

NAN mixture (Nestlé) Pre (from birth) 400 g

pros

• without GMOs and preservatives
• easy to divorce
• pleasant taste
• rich composition

Minuses

• overcharge

From 700 ₽

A high-calorie product based on skim milk created specifically for premature babies. The unsaturated fatty acids in its composition strengthen the immune system, and the necessary calcium and phosphorus content favors the growth of bone tissue. Babies fed this formula sleep peacefully at night and gain weight quickly.

Similac (Abbott) NeoShur (from birth) 370 g

pros

• rich composition
• quick cooking
• free of palm oil, gluten and preservatives
• great taste

Minuses

• overcharge
• small jar volume
• foams a lot when cooking

From 700 ₽

The product contains exactly the vitamins and minerals that premature babies need. Thanks to the high calorie content of the mixture, they gain weight well and do not lag behind their peers in development. The product has increased protein and calorie content compared to regular formulas, and a reduced amount of lactose to reduce gas formation.

Mixtures for colic and constipation

NAN (Nestlé) Triple comfort (from birth) 800 g

pros

• eliminates constipation
• improves digestion
• great taste
• easy to divorce
• no sugar or preservatives

Minuses

• uncomfortable measuring spoon
• high price
• rarely on sale

From 1125 ₽

Baby food for constipation and colic, created for children with digestive disorders. The list of its components includes lactose, a mixture of vegetable oils, starch, whey protein, various vitamins, minerals and prebiotics. The mixture improves intestinal microflora and eliminates intestinal colic.

MAMAKO 1 Premium (from 0 to 6 months) 800 g

pros

• convenient large jar
• does not cause constipation
• no eggs, starch, palm oil, sugar
• pleasant taste

Minuses

• high price
• not available in regular stores

From 2000 ₽

An adapted formula based on goat's milk resembles mother's milk in composition and contains the prebiotics and probiotics necessary for the child. After taking this mixture, children's metabolism improves and intestinal function normalizes. Recommended for artificial feeding of children from 0 to 6 months.

List of baby food products

Each child is individual, and what suits one person may not suit another . There is no mixture that is 100% suitable for everyone. Blends without palm oil or with β-palmitate are a worthy alternative to conventional products. They come in a variety of types, both simply adapted and special - medicinal.

It is worth noting that this product is quite competitive and, along with others, is included in a variety of top best mixtures.

Nan Optipro 1

A mixture based on cow's milk, with lactose. The composition also contains live bifidobacteria, fish oil, Omega 3 and 6 acids, maltodexin, and a number of useful microelements. Optimized for protein content. Among the advantages:

• Lots of positive feedback.
• Quite common.
• Pleasant taste.

The downside is the high price. Indicated for feeding healthy children from birth to six months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

The price is 441 rubles.

Similak 1

Based on cow's milk, with lactose. Contains prebiotics, nucleotides.

Among the advantages:

• Well distributed.
• Budget.

It dissolves poorly, which is a minus. Created for healthy children from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 279 rubles.

Similak Premium

The series is supplemented with probiotics , the “IQ-Intelli-Pro” complex and is as close as possible to breast milk. This is a more expensive food option (compared to simple Similac).

Created to feed healthy children from birth to six months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 390 rubles.

Nestozhen 1

It contains prebiotics and lactobacilli . Based on cow's milk, with lactose. It is a budget alternative to Nanu.

Minuses:

• Inconvenient cardboard box.
• It dissolves worse (compared to Nan).

Adapted for feeding healthy children from birth to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Price 275 rubles.

Nutrilak Premium

Contains essential Omega 3 and 6 acids, fish oil, prebiotics and a whole complex of micro- and macroelements and vitamins. Based on cow's milk, with lactose.

Pros:

1. Acceptable price.
2. Dissolves well.

For feeding healthy children from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Possible side effects:

• allergic reaction;
• increased gas formation;
• constipation

Price 242 rubles.

Nutrilon Comfort 1

The mixture is based on cow's milk (hydrolyzed whey protein concentrate), contains structured oil, lactose, fish oil, nucleotides, vitamins and minerals. If the mixture is suitable, it can solve problems with the gastrointestinal tract.

The disadvantages are:

• Expensive.
• Bitter taste.
• Does not dissolve well.
• The smell of fish.

Healthy children with a tendency to constipation and colic from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Among the side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 500 rubles.

Nanny 1

Created on the basis of goat milk. Essential acids (Omega 3, 6), nucleotides, vitamins and minerals, 1 – enriched with prebiotics. Absorbs better than cow's milk.

Created for healthy children, as well as those with cow's milk intolerance, from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Among the side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 953 rubles.

Kabrita GOLD 1

Based on goat milk. There is modified palm oil, pre- and probiotics, a complex of vitamins and minerals, nucleotides, as well as Omega 3 and Omega 6. Helps with problems with the gastrointestinal tract.
Minuses:

Created for healthy children with allergies to cow's milk from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Minuses:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 920 rubles.

Materna Classic Milk

A mixture based on milk with the addition of modified oil, it contains Omega 3 and 6. It is of high quality.

Minuses:

Created for healthy children from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Price 2300 rubles.

Materna Mehadrin

A mixture based on milk with the addition of modified butter, contains Omega 3 and 6. It is considered kosher.

Minuses:

• not common;
• very high prices.

Created for healthy children from 0 to 6 months. Contraindication is individual intolerance to the components.

Side effects:

1. allergic reaction;
2. increased gas formation;
3. constipation

Approximate price 2300 rubles.

Fermented milk mixtures

Nutrilak (InfaPrim) Premium fermented milk (from birth) 350 g

pros

• quality ingredients
• affordable price
• does not cause bloating or constipation

Minuses

• poorly soluble in water
• foams a lot when cooking

From 322 ₽

Fermented milk formula is recommended for children with a lack or absence of mother's milk. The product is made from whey and skim milk with added fats, minerals and vitamins. Bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria improve intestinal microflora, displacing pathogenic microbes.

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Malyutka (Nutricia) Fermented milk 1 (from birth) 600 g

pros

• relieves colic
• pleasant taste
• affordable price
• no sugar, starch or preservatives

Minuses

• inconvenient packaging

From 493 ₽

A tasty and nutritious mixture based on skim milk is designed to normalize the digestion of children from birth to 6 months. It contains maltodextrin, lactose, as well as lactic acid and bifidobacteria, which restore intestinal microflora. When feeding, the child receives all the minerals and vitamins he needs.

Goat milk mixtures

BIBIKOL Nenny 1 with prebiotics (from 0 to 6 months) 400 g

pros

• does not contain starch, sugar, preservatives
• pleasant taste
• convenient large jar

Minuses

• high price

From 1049 ₽

The mixture will appeal to children intolerant to cow's milk. It is based on whole goat milk with various additives. Prebiotics normalize intestinal function, and vitamins and minerals ensure the proper development of the child. By all indicators, this mixture is worthy of leading the rating of infant formulas from 0 to 6 months.

Kabrita 1 GOLD (0-6 months) 400 g

pros

• pleasant taste
• balanced composition
• quality ingredients
• easy to divorce

Minuses

• overcharge
• the spoon lies at the bottom of the jar

From 870 ₽

Highly nutritious formula for infants. Its composition is similar to breast milk, so the mixture does not cause allergic reactions and normalizes intestinal function. The mixture can be given to the child as the main food and as complementary food.

The difference between domestically produced food and foreign food

There are many manufacturers on the infant formula market. Mixtures are made in Russia and abroad. Products of foreign companies occupy almost the entire market share in Russia. Slightly less than half is occupied by Switzerland, a quarter is occupied by the Netherlands, approximately 10% belongs to Germany.

Russia offers products that are high-quality in composition and cheaper. There are only a few manufacturers, all of them are concentrated in Moscow and the Moscow region. Registration of infant formula in Russia is the same for all manufacturers, domestic, European or CIS countries.

Important! Quality and safety criteria are among the most stringent in the world, so infant formula sold in Russia meets all standards and is the same in terms of benefit and safety!

Palm oil free blends

Nestogen (Nestlé) 1 (from birth) 700 g

pros

• pleasant taste and smell
• convenient spoon with clip
• easily diluted with water
• acceptable price

Minuses

• inconvenient packaging

From 465 ₽

Tasty and easy to prepare, the milk formula is easily digestible and does not cause discomfort in children. Unique lactobacilli improve intestinal motility, and vitamins and minerals contribute to the full development of the child. The product is manufactured in Switzerland.