BEST AUSTRALIAN BABY FORMULA
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Infant formula is designed, as far as possible, to mimic breastmilk. Every formula for sale in Australia has to meet strict Australian standards so all are safe to feed your baby.
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REAL AUSTRALIAN BABY MILK POWDER
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First-stage formula is mostly based on whey and has a ratio of casein to whey of 40:60, which is about the same as breastmilk. It is thought to be easier for babies to digest than casein-based milk and is suitable from birth to one year.
Second-stage or follow-on formula has a casein: whey ratio of 80:20. The higher concentration of casein means this formula is not suitable for babies under one year.
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There is a wide variety of types on the market and, if you’re bottle feeding, it can be hard to know which one to choose. You should consult your GP or paediatrician before deciding which one to feed your baby but here is a guide to the different types.
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PROTEIN RICH
Dairy is an important food group that provides us with protein, calcium, vitamin and minerals,” accredited practising dietician Sanchia Parker told The Huffington Post Australia.
ESSENTIAL VITAMINS
In particular, dairy milk contains vitamin A and B12, riboflavin, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and zinc.
ADDED CALCIUM
Calcium is important for building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth,” Parker said. “A dairy product or dairy alternative is a good source of calcium if it contains 100mg of calcium or more per 100ml.
DAILY NEEDS
A serve of milk is 250ml, or one cup. Ideally, we need between two-and-a-half to four serves of dairy a day, depending on age, gender and physical activity.
HEALTHY WHOLEFOOD
Wholefood diets are becoming more popular and people are steering clear of more processed foods, whereas full-fat products are not as processed.
FULL CREAM IS BEST
Australians are ditching skim milk and other low-fat dairy options and in favour of regular, full-cream milk as consumer appetites shift towards wholefood, ‘clean-eating’ diets.