Guide to choosing which milk powder is better
As children grow, good nutrition is key to their healthy development. For many parents, how to choose the milk powder suitable for their children? There are so many different brands and types of milk powder on the market that people don’t know how to choose. This article will provide you with a milk powder selection guide from the aspects of formula, brand, production standards, and taste.
1. Formula is the first element
The nutrients that children need are different from those of adults. Choosing a milk powder formula suitable for your child is the first step. We can usually see three types of infant milk powder, namely colostrum type, partially hydrolyzed type and completely hydrolyzed type. Colostrum-type milk powder is mainly hydrolyzed by protein casein and protease, which is easier to digest and absorb. It is suitable for newborns whose stomach functions have not yet fully developed. Partially hydrolyzed and fully hydrolyzed milk powders use protein that is partially or completely hydrolyzed to reduce the burden on the baby\’s gastrointestinal tract.
In addition, the age of the baby is also an important indicator when purchasing milk formula. Babies of different ages need different nutrients and proportions. For example, babies aged 0-6 months need higher fat and protein content, and babies over 6 months need to add an appropriate amount of cereals.
2. Brand reputation is very important
The brand reputation of milk powder is a factor that cannot be ignored when choosing. In the domestic market, some well-known brands such as Nestlé, Mead Johnson, Three Kids, Abbott, Wyeth, etc. are the most popular. These brands have strict production processes and quality testing standards, and are targeted to the nutritional needs of children at all stages. In addition, pay attention to check whether the milk powder packaging is complete and whether there are any complaints related to quality.
3. Look at production standards
The production standards of milk powder are also very important. Milk powder produced in the European Union, the United States, Australia and other countries has corresponding standards and certifications to ensure its quality and safety. Similarly, in China, the \”QS mark\” issued by the State Food and Drug Administration means that the production process has been strictly controlled and the quality has been guaranteed. Therefore, when purchasing, you should first choose milk powder that meets quality standards to avoid quality problems that may affect your baby\’s health.
Four. Taste should also be considered
The child\’s taste is an important reference factor in choosing milk powder. When the formula, brand and production standards are all up to standard, taste is the final deciding factor. The price and taste of different brands and levels of milk powder vary greatly. You can choose according to your baby\’s preference and try it with small samples.
Summary
Choosing milk powder suitable for your baby needs to be considered based on the baby\’s age, nutritional needs, milk powder formula, brand reputation, production standards and taste. When purchasing milk powder, we need to carefully compare its brand, raw materials, labels, production date and other information, as well as whether the taste is suitable for the baby. The most important thing is that only a healthy baby is our greatest happiness.
