Nan Lactose Free is a type of baby food created specifically for newborns whose bodies are lactose intolerant. This product has medicinal properties, has a beneficial effect on the condition of the mucous membrane of the child’s gastrointestinal tract, and restores the functional activity of the children’s digestive system.
Lactose-free nutrition NAS is prescribed only by a pediatrician or gastroenterologist based on the results of a diagnostic examination, during which individual lactose intolerance will be confirmed. This product has only positive reviews among doctors and parents.
Who produces NAN lactose-free baby food?
The history of the production of artificial formula for infants deprived of breastfeeding dates back to 1867. At this time, a young pharmacist from Switzerland, Henri Nestlé, created the first prototype of baby food.
It was a mixture of boiled cow's milk, wheat flour and granulated sugar, ground to a powder. The created product received its own brand “Milk flour from Henri Nestlé”. Infant formula became very popular in most Western European countries and was used to feed infants whose mothers were unable to breastfeed.
As the trade logo of his company, Henri Nestlé chose a nest with birds, which was the family coat of arms of his family. During this same period of time, an Anglo-Swiss company specializing in the production of condensed milk and chocolate was actively developing.
This enterprise was the main competitor of Henri Nestlé's production in Western Europe. The merger of these two companies took place in 1905 with the aim of entering the US and Asian markets with more competitive products.
Currently, the company, previously founded by pharmacist Henri Nestlé, has about 308 thousand employees and produces baby formula, coffee, ice cream, soft drinks, and confectionery.
When is a lactose-free formula prescribed?
Unlike a low-lactose mixture, which is recommended for temporary lactase deficiency, lactose-free nutrition is used in cases of serious health problems. These are congenital lactase deficiency - galactosemia or rotavirus infection.
Babies who are bottle-fed and become ill with rotavirus need to switch to a lactose-free diet. With rotavirus infection, dairy products aggravate the symptoms of the disease and are therefore prohibited.
If your baby is artificial, stock up on a jar of soy formula for an emergency. After all, with an intestinal infection, the last thing you want to do is waste time looking for food for your child. And if you don’t need it, cook porridge for your baby with it when he grows up.
Nature has taken care of infants who receive mother's milk. It contains immunoglobulins and other substances that facilitate the course of the disease.
Therefore, pediatricians recommend not to interrupt breastfeeding during the period of rotavirus.
Purpose of dry mixtures
Nan lactose-free formula for preparing baby food is intended for artificial feeding of newborns who are deprived of the opportunity to receive nutrition from mother's milk. This product is suitable for infant girls and boys, and a large number of positive reviews indicate the high effectiveness of this product.
Lactose-free NAN dry mixture is indicated for use in the following cases:
- with lactase deficiency of primary or secondary type;
- the period of rehabilitation of the children's digestive system after gastroenteritis or prolonged diarrhea of an infectious nature;
- colic, frequent regurgitation, bloating and other gastrointestinal dysfunctions of unknown etiology;
- celiac disease.
Feeding a newborn baby using lactose-free NAN dry formulas is acceptable during the period of restoration of the digestive organs after prolonged intestinal dysbiosis, when the baby needs gentle and therapeutic nutrition.
Moreover, this product contains an increased concentration of vitamins, minerals and other beneficial elements necessary for the stable development of the child’s body.
Let's talk about the mixture
The mixture discussed in this article is based on calcium caseinate. It is suitable for babies who have lactose intolerance. Designed for therapeutic nutrition of babies from their birth.
The lactose-free mixture "Nutrilon", reviews of which will be mentioned a little later, was developed for children who are lactose intolerant. Therefore, here it was replaced with natural glucose syrup, which is easily digestible.
A huge advantage of the mixture is that it can be used from the very birth of the toddler as the only source of nutrition if breastfeeding is not possible.
If lactose deficiency is primary, then the duration of administration is not limited. If the deficiency is secondary, then the mixture is prescribed as a 100% diet until the symptoms are completely relieved, plus another two weeks.
Primary deficiency is caused solely by genetic factors. With it, the enzyme that processes lactose in the baby’s intestines does not exist and will never appear. Such children must adhere to a dairy-free diet throughout their lives.
Secondary deficiency is caused by some kind of disorder or pathological growth of the child’s intestinal microflora. A huge number of bad bacteria do not allow the enzyme to be produced normally. Digestion and the ability to digest lactose are impaired. When the pathogenic intestinal flora is cured, everything will work out.
But no matter what form of deficiency is detected in the baby, he needs to be on a lactose-free formula for up to a year.
So, Nutrilon is lactose-free. The composition of the mixture is as follows: glucose syrup, fish oil, a mixture of oils, minerals, vitamin complex, trace elements, calcium caseinate, soy lecithin.
Nutrition composition NAS
The lactose-free NAN nutritional mixture was developed specifically for a certain category of newborn children, whose bodies are deprived of the ability to fully absorb lactose. The composition of this product has a powerful nutritional formula that allows you to normalize the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as provide the child with a stable weight gain, development of internal organs and body systems.
For newborns with lactose intolerance
Nan Lactose-Free (reviews of the nutritional mixture are 98% positive) are produced using only natural and environmentally friendly food products without the use of GMOs.
Composition of NAN infant formula Lactose-free
The table below shows the detailed composition of these products, which are used to feed newborns with individual lactose intolerance:
Ingredients of the lactose-free mixture NAN (in 100 ml of the finished product) | Nutrient concentration |
Proteins in the form of casein and whey-derived proteins | 1.40 g |
Animal fats | 3.40 g |
Carbohydrates | 7.80 g |
Linoleic acid | 0.55 g |
Decosahexaenoic acid | 7.40 mg |
Arachidonic acid | 7.40 mg |
Ash | 0,35 |
Manganese | 16.70 mcg |
Chlorides | 49.40 mg |
Magnesium | 6.60 mg |
Potassium | 79.0 mg |
Sodium | 22.0 mg |
Phosphorus | 32.0 mg |
Nucleotides | 1.98 mg |
Iodine | 9.2 mcg |
Selenium | 1.40 mcg |
Copper | 0.05 mg |
Iron | 0.74 mg |
Zinc | 0.54 mg |
Vitamin C | 11.50 mg |
Vitamin A | 235.00 IU |
Vitamin K | 5.00 mcg |
Vitamin D | 36.0 IU |
Vitamin E | 1.40 IU |
Folic acid | 10.50 mcg |
Vitamin B1 | 0.07 mg |
Vitamin B6 | 0.05 mg |
Vitamin B2 | 0.07 mg |
Kholin | 6.60 mg |
Pantothenic acid | 0.50 mg |
Niacin RR | 0.70 mg |
L-carnitine | 1.10 mg |
Vitamin B12 | 0.20 mcg |
Taurine | 4.30 mg |
Biotin | 1.50 mcg |
Inositol | 4.70 mg |
100 ml of already prepared lactose-free NAN mixture contains an average of 67 kcal. To provide a newborn baby with the specified amount of nutrients, it is necessary to dilute 13.7 mg of powder in 90 ml of boiled water. The dosage regimen for the nutritional mixture is set individually by a pediatrician, depending on the age and body weight of the baby.
For infants with diarrhea and lactose intolerance
Newborns suffering from lactose intolerance, which is accompanied by chronic diarrhea, are recommended to use a lactose-free NAN mixture with a similar composition of nutritional components.
"Similac Low Lactose": composition
The composition of the low-lactose formula differs from the composition of regular baby food in that it has a reduced lactose content and a slightly different content of substances.
The composition is based on concentrated whey proteins and casein in an equal ratio of 50/50 .
The food contains maltodextrin as a carbohydrate component.
The composition of the low-lactose mixture "Similak" also contains prebiotics , here - galactooligosaccharides in the amount of 0.25 g for every 100 ml of the finished mixture. Prebiotics support the baby’s fragile microflora and help it develop; this is especially important for babies with intestinal abnormalities, in particular with lactase deficiency.
Vegetable oils - soybean, coconut and sunflower (high oleic).
It is important to know what minerals and vitamins are in baby formula. So:
- Potassium – 57 mg,
- Calcium – 5 mg,
- Chlorides – 50 mg,
- Copper – 42 mg,
- Phosphorus – 33 mg,
- As well as sodium, magnesium, manganese, selenium, iodine.
Vitamins in the infant formula: A, E, C, D3, B6, B12, as well as rare vitamin K.
An important question is how much lactose is in Similac?
Among all low-lactose mixtures, this one has perhaps the minimum amount of lactose per 100 ml of food - 0.2 g.
The mixture contains nucleotides (cytidine 5′-monophosphate, disodium uridine 5′-monophosphate, adenosine 5′-monophosphate, disodium guanosine 5′-monophosphate) - an irreplaceable and important element for the development of the child’s body.
"Low-lactose Similac" does not contain palm oil, gluten, dyes or preservatives .
Quality guarantees
NAN lactose-free formulas are represented on baby food markets in more than 100 countries around the world. Nestlé is a leading manufacturer of products in this category. NAN lactose-free baby food is produced in accordance with the high quality standards of the EU and USA.
Products that go on sale on the Russian market undergo additional checks for safety, the content of harmful substances and dangerous additives. Based on the results of laboratory tests, the product receives a certificate, which indicates that the lactose-free baby food mixture meets all quality standards of the Russian Federation.
Benefits of Nan Lactose Free baby food
Nan Lactose Free (reviews about this type of baby food are only positive) are introduced into the child’s diet gradually in small portions so as not to provoke gastrointestinal upset.
This mixture has the following advantages:
- allows you to avoid attacks of an allergic reaction to milk;
- minimizes the risk of developing inflammation of the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines;
- when using the lactose-free NAN mixture, the child almost never experiences constipation, diarrhea, colic or increased gas formation;
- the factor of frequent regurgitation is excluded;
- ensures complete absorption of all nutrients that enter the gastrointestinal tract along with the already prepared mixture;
- the baby’s full physical and mental development occurs;
- the newborn’s body does not suffer from the lack of mother’s milk in its diet.
The lactose-free mixture NAN allows you to solve the issue of organizing high-quality nutrition for a newborn baby whose body does not tolerate lactose. At the same time, the baby’s body receives all the necessary vitamins, minerals and other beneficial substances.
Cause
Most of all, every mother wants her child to be healthy and happy. But what to do when the baby cries for hours without finding peace, sleeps poorly at night, and feeding and taking medications do not change the situation? Then exhausted and tired parents begin to look for other ways to help the baby.
“NAN lactose-free” becomes a real salvation. Reviews from mothers confirm that this high-quality product quickly and safely helps the baby cope with lactase deficiency.
Description
Nestlé products in the form of lactose-free dry mixture NAN have a number of distinctive features that make it recognizable among other products in this category.
Package
Nan Lactose-Free (reviews of this product indicate its high nutritional value) is a dry baby food formula, the main packaging of which is a silver-colored tin can with a wide lid.
The inner surface of this container is covered with a special coating, which prevents metal oxidation and also extends the shelf life of the product.
On the front side of the can there is the inscription NAN, made in blue letters. At the top of the package there is also the Nestle brand logo in the form of a nest with birds.
The back of the package contains detailed information about the components of the mixture, its energy and nutritional value.
Weight
The standard weight of 1 can of dry lactose-free NAS for preparing liquid baby food formula is 400 g.
Measuring spoon
Each jar of lactose-free NAN baby food comes with a convenient measuring spoon that holds up to 5 g of dry powder. Its use allows you to measure the required amount of the mixture as accurately as possible in order to eliminate the factor of violation of the preparation technology.
Structure, color, smell of the mixture
Externally, the dry lactose-free mixture NAN is a white powder with barely noticeable small grains, which has a pleasant milky aroma. The presence of this smell is due to the fact that this product contains 60% proteins obtained from whey.
Moreover, the mixture itself does not directly contain milk itself. Lactose-free NAN is a hygroscopic product. If the dry mixture was standing near a source of a pungent odor, then the loose powder is able to absorb this aroma. This factor must be taken into account during storage of this product.
For what age?
The lactose-free NAN mixture can be used to feed infants from the first days of their birth. In this case, there are no age restrictions on the use of this product. The duration of feeding a child using this mixture is determined individually by a pediatrician.
Experts in the field of infant nutrition recommend feeding a baby with artificial formula for the shortest possible period of time. As the child grows up, his diet should include the first complementary foods with other products, the consumption of which is permitted for children of the appropriate age.
lactose-free mixtures reviews
Yesterday, the long-awaited trip to the Institute of Epidemiology and Microbiology named after. Gabrichevsky.
For a long time I could not collect poop for analysis (feces for carbohydrates and dysbacteriosis), then we waited almost a week for the results. We have 2% carbohydrates in feces. And yesterday we got to the local luminary Yuri Aleksandrovich Kopanev (pediatrician, infectious disease specialist, gastroenterologist; candidate of medical sciences, doctor of the 1st category). Below is the rest of the information.
He listened to me and didn’t raise an eyebrow; it’s clear that everyone turns to him first on the topic of LN, colic and dysbacteriosis. He examined and weighed the child. Weighed for the first time after discharge. My baby gained only 450 g. I suffered so much with breastfeeding, with lactostasis, dead nipples, I fed through the pain, but there was almost no use from my milk, it turns out (
Regarding weight and weight gain, he ordered me to weigh myself again in two weeks, and if there is no minimum +300 g (and +600 in a month), supplement feeding with a regular, non-lactose-free formula (Fricolac, Hipp, Nan).
I asked why the child gained so little, what could be the reason? He replied that it was difficult to say for sure, it could be the poor digestibility of breast milk, the low nutritional value of my milk (due to the very strict diet that I followed), and the small amount of sleep played a role. The child sleeps for 2-4 hours at night, and during the day, depending on his luck, he either does not sleep at all, or only 1-2 hours once.
As for non-nutritious milk and my diet, he ordered me to remove the entire diet and eat nutritiously, without denying myself anything (naturally, this means a healthy diet, without any fast food, soda, fried, spicy, etc.). Everything that was possible during pregnancy is possible in moderation. That is, LN is not a reason for a special diet, in his opinion.
Dairy products are allowed
(excluding raw milk). There is no need to switch to lactose-free dairy products. On the contrary, you need to eat lactose-containing foods to accustom your baby’s gastrointestinal tract to absorb it.
Fruits are allowed
.
Sweets are allowed
(after the main meal, in small quantities).
Tea coffee
weak ones are allowed, preferably with milk.
Treatment:
1) Lactase Baby
- 1 capsule 5-6 times a day immediately before feeding (no need to give at night). Dilute either in breast milk or in water (the second option is much more convenient and faster for me).
Duration - 1 month minimum, then every 3-4 days reduce the number of capsules by 1 piece.
2) instrumentation
- 1 bottle 1 time per day 30 minutes before meals (or 1 hour after meals). Dilute in water.
Duration - 5 days.
3) Primadophyllus
- 1 teaspoon of powder 1 time per day (in the evening). During or before feeding.
Duration - 1 month.
Regarding GW:
Continue to feed on demand, but try to maintain intervals of at least 2 hours (if possible). At the first squeak/whine, offer water rather than breast. Yes, yes, he is an ardent supporter of pre-drinking, and in considerable quantities (not 1 teaspoon). He said that the child needs water, and it has an extremely beneficial effect on his gastrointestinal tract. It is also advisable to offer some water before feeding.
If during treatment your stomach still hurts, colic and gas bother you, then:
- Give me something to drink, warm my stomach. If it doesn't help, then
- massage. If it doesn't help, then
- gas outlet pipe. If it doesn't help, as a last resort
— 1/4 tablet of No-shpa.
You can also use Sub Simplex, Bobotik, Espumisan, Baby Calm. In that quantity, as many times as the need arises.
I also recommended a medicine that is sold in Ukraine and Belarus under the name Riabal (they stopped selling it in Russia).
By “water” he means:
- pure filtered water (either pure or + 1 tsp fructose per 200 ml of water)
— children's tea (Hipp)
- Dill water
To drink:
- for anxiety
- before feeding: 1-2 tsp.
- if the temperature is more than 26 degrees.
At the same time, I also prescribed vitamin D3 (Aquadetrim): 1-2 drops per day for those weighing up to 6 kg, then 2-3 drops per day. And so on until summer.
Return visit after two months (one month of treatment, one month break).
We left him inspired, confident that all the colic, panting, pushing, screaming and sleepless nights were behind us. Yesterday the baby behaved impeccably throughout the day. To celebrate, I ate cottage cheese with a spoonful of jam, washed it down with dill water (I drink tea instead), and later ate 1 apple. And at night the madhouse began. Mark screamed like crazy almost all night, and in the morning too. We didn’t sleep again((I’ll remove the raw apples again(I don’t know if it’s from them or something else, I’ll remove them just in case..
I'll keep watching.
Overall, both my mother and I really liked the doctor. He told everything clearly, answered all the questions, outlined his speech on paper, which I reprinted from the paper and reprinted here. It can be seen that he works with this problem constantly.
And yet it is surprising that some doctors recommend a strict diet, while other doctors allow you to eat everything. I still don’t understand where the truth is. Apparently, everything is individual... On the other hand, it is natural that eating from hand to mouth and sitting on such a mono-diet (buckwheat, meat, chicken) it is no wonder that milk is of little nutrition. The diet of both pregnant and lactating women should be complete, full of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients. No diet (even for weight loss) allows you to stay on one product for months; this is fraught with health problems. And if a woman is breastfeeding, then she doubly needs to eat properly.
In general, if it weren’t for the baby’s ongoing colic, I would be very happy. Perhaps today is still the first day, and things will get better soon...
On BB I found a post by one girl who also visited Kopanev on the issue of PLN, his treatment helped them. Actually, after reading this post and other good reviews about this doctor on the Internet, I learned about this doctor.
If the information posted is useful to someone, I will be glad.
How to distribute food?
The preparation of lactose-free NAN nutritional mixture is carried out in strict compliance with the following rules:
- You should wash your hands thoroughly using warm water, soap and a clean towel.
- Then you should perform high-quality sterilization of the nipple and baby bottle in which the NAS mixture will be prepared. To do this, you can use the boiling method.
- After this, you need to take running water, boil it for 5 minutes, and then remove it from the stove to cool to a temperature no higher than +37 degrees Celsius.
- Chilled boiled water should be poured into the baby's feeding bottle.
- Then you need to add the dry lactose-free NAN mixture inside the water bottle. The number of measuring spoons with infant formula is determined individually by a pediatrician depending on the age of the child.
- A bottle of water and dry baby formula should be shaken several times to ensure complete dissolution of the dry particles of the formula.
For example, to prepare 100 ml of ready-to-use liquid formula for an infant, you need to take 3 scoops of dry powder and 90 ml of chilled boiled water. In this case, it is necessary to observe the thermal regime. The temperature of the finished formula used to feed the baby should not be higher than +37 degrees Celsius. Each new portion of baby food must be diluted immediately before scheduled feeding. It is strictly forbidden to feed with the mixture left over from the previous preparation.
Dry milk formula NAN Nestle 1 Lactose-free from 0 months 400 g
The absence of lactose helps prevent symptoms of lactose intolerance, such as during or after diarrhea. Easily digestible carbohydrates provide low osmolarity, good digestion and absorption even in conditions of diarrhea. Lactobacilli L.Reuteri are live probiotic cultures that promote the development of healthy microflora and normalization of digestion during or after diarrhea. Nucleotides help the rapid restoration of the intestinal mucosa. DHA and ARA are special polyunsaturated fatty acids that help strengthen the immune system and develop the brain and vision. Contraindications: the mixture is not intended for use in cases of galactosemia or glucose-galactose malabsorption, as it contains trace amounts of lactose, which some experts consider significant for these diseases. Not for parenteral (intravenous) use. NAN Lactose-free is a formula for special medical purposes intended for artificial feeding of children suffering from lactose intolerance. Suitable as the only source of nutrition for children from birth. NAN Lactose-free mixture contains all the necessary nutrients for the harmonious growth and development of the child. Breastfeeding is preferable for feeding young children. The ideal food for an infant is mother's milk. Breastfeeding should continue for as long as possible. Before deciding to bottle-feed using infant formula, seek advice from your healthcare professional. Age restrictions are indicated on the packaging of goods in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation. NAN Lactose-free is intended for feeding children with special dietary needs. Use only as prescribed by a doctor. The mixture should be prepared immediately before feeding. Follow cooking instructions exactly. The diluted mixture remaining after feeding cannot be stored or subsequently used. During feeding, it is necessary to support the child so that he does not choke. As your baby gets older, switch to cup feeding. The use of unboiled water and unboiled bottles, as well as improper storage, transportation, preparation and feeding can lead to adverse consequences for the child’s health. The product is made from raw materials produced by specially selected suppliers without the use of genetically modified ingredients, preservatives, colors or flavors. The volumes of formula consumed and the frequency of feedings recommended in the table may vary depending on the individual characteristics of the child. Seek advice from a healthcare professional. Note: To maintain the number of live bacteria, boiled water should be cooled to approximately body temperature (37 °C) and then added dry powder. To prepare the mixture, use the included measuring spoon, filled level. Diluting the wrong amount of powder - more or less than the amount indicated in the table - can lead to dehydration or malnutrition in the child. These proportions should not be changed without the advice of a medical professional. At this age, it is often recommended to gradually introduce cereals, vegetables, fruits, meat and fish into the child’s diet. Because children's individual needs vary, seek advice from a healthcare professional. If your doctor recommends introducing new foods earlier, reduce the amount of formula as recommended. The color of the jar lid may differ from the image shown. Ingredients: glucose syrup, vegetable oils (palm olein, low erucic rapeseed oil, coconut, sunflower, algae, yeast), whey proteins, casein, calcium citrate, soy lecithin, maltodextrin, potassium hydroxide, potassium chloride, phosphoric acid, chloride magnesium, acidity regulator (citric acid), calcium phosphate, sodium hydroxide, vitamins, choline, taurine, ferrous sulfate, inositol, L-carnitine, zinc sulfate, nucleotides, copper sulfate, manganese sulfate, potassium iodite, calcium hydroxide, selenium sulfate, culture of lactobacilli L.Reuteri. Nutritional value per 100 g of dry powder: proteins - 10.9 g, fats - 25 g, carbohydrates - 59 g. Energy value: 509 kcal. Store at a temperature not exceeding 25C and relative humidity not exceeding 75%. Shelf life: 18 months.
How much can you give a child at one feeding, per day?
The daily dosage regimen for the finished lactose-free NAN mixture is determined individually by a pediatrician depending on the child’s age, body weight and functional state of the digestive system.
For 1 day, the baby should receive the amount of food that corresponds to his age limit. To organize a proper diet, it is recommended to follow the feeding table for newborn children, which is a basic teaching aid for young parents.
Storage conditions and periods
The maximum shelf life of lactose-free NAN dry mixture is 2 years. In this case, the product must be in the manufacturer’s original jar with a tightly closed lid. After opening the main package, the baby food should be consumed by the child within 3 weeks.
This is the maximum shelf life of the dry mixture after opening the can. Lactose-free NAN should be left in a dark and cool place away from direct sunlight.
The best option is a refrigerator. The liquid formula, prepared by adding water, should be fed to the child at 1 meal. If there is a small amount of baby food left in the bottle, it is removed and all utensils are sterilized. Storing liquid formula in a refrigerator is unacceptable, since the newborn should receive only fresh product.
By what signs can you distinguish the original?
The original lactose-free NAN dry mixture is sold only in branded cans with the corresponding manufacturer’s logo and the weight of 1 package is no more than 400 g.
This type of baby food is not sold by weight or in any other packaging material. Before purchasing a lactose-free NAS mixture, it is recommended to ask the seller for a quality certificate for this product.
Reaction to lactose-free formula
When switching your child to a different diet, monitor his reaction. If soy was chosen as a lactose-free mixture and an undesirable reaction occurred, an allergy to soy must be ruled out. To do this, take a blood test and consult your doctor.
Materna Shop is the only online store that has been selling Materna baby food from a warehouse in Moscow since 2020.
Rassadina Zinaida Vladimirovna, pediatrician
Lactose is an important component of breast milk, which, in addition to providing the body with energy, performs a number of other functions. But sometimes it happens that this carbohydrate is not absorbed well enough, which leads to the prescription of low-lactose mixtures.
Price
In the Russian Federation, the average cost of 1 can of dry lactose-free mixture NAN with a capacity of 400 g is 720 rubles.
Lactose-free Nan is a dry mixture for preparing baby food, which is indicated for use by children suffering from individual lactose intolerance. This product is produced by the Swiss company Nestlé, whose products are distinguished by high quality standards, and are also represented on the market in most developed countries of the world.
The lactose-free NAN dry mixture contains the entire necessary complex of vitamins and minerals that ensure the stable development of the child’s body. This product allows you to keep your child’s digestive system as healthy as possible, as evidenced by the large number of positive reviews.