Key Nutrients

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Key Nutrients :

All the right nutrients in the right amounts

SMA White* contains the key nutrients in the right balance necessary for healthy growth.

SMA White also contains several key nutrients – long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPs), nucleotides and selenium that occur naturally in breast milk.

The major difference between SMA White and SMA Gold* is that SMA White has a different balance of milk proteins. There is a higher proportion of casein (curd) compared with whey in SMA White. SMA Gold is a whey-dominant formula milk.

Protein
Fat
Carbohydrate
Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPs)
Nucleotides
Antioxidants (selenium)
Complete vitamin and mineral profile

Protein

Formulated for hungrier bottle fed babies

Casein proteins are less soluble than whey proteins. Whereas whey proteins are absorbed quicker from the stomach, casein-based formulae have a slower gastric emptying in comparison.^1-4

They may, therefore, help parents delay introducing solid food before the recommended age.

The ratio of casein to whey in SMA White is 80:20, compared with SMA Gold whey to casein ratio, 60:40.

Fats

Unique blend ensures optimal mineral absorption and good energy supply

The fat blend in SMA White ensures good absorption of minerals, such as calcium for strong bones.

The essential fatty acid ratio of linoleic to alpha-linolenic acid is 10.8:1 in SMA White. This is in the mid range of breast milk which is between 5.1 and 15.1.

Carbohydrate

100% lactose, a key energy source

The carbohydrate content of SMA White is, like breastmilk,100% lactose.

Lactose comprises of two sugars, glucose and galactose, joined together and is unique to milk as it does not occur naturally elsewhere in nature.

As well as providing a key energy source, lactose also aids the absorption of calcium.

Long Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

Important for healthy brain, nervous system and vision development

Long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPs) help brain, eye and nervous system development.

SMA White contains two LCPs – AA (Arachidonic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid). Both AA and DHA are naturally present in breast milk.

A safe, unique form of LCPs

SMA Nutrition was the first company to add LCPs to their formula milks in the same triglyceride form as that found in breast milk.

The AA and DHA found in SMA White are derived from a pure vegetable source that has been proven to be safe and effective.^5-7

Click on Research for more information on LCPs

Nucleotides

Helping to build an infant’s immunity

Without the right nutrients to help develop the immune system, infants may become susceptible to infection.

For this reason, SMA White contains nucleotides, which naturally occur in breast milk, to help develop the immune system.^8,⁹

Nucleotides are also important for a healthy gut. They promote the growth of ‘good’ bacteria in the gastrointestinal system, and the development of healthy gastrointestinal cells.

Found in all living cells of the body, nucleotides are essential for correct cellular function. They are often described as the building blocks of life.

Antioxidants

Protecting infants as they grow

SMA White also contains antioxidants, including selenium, to help protect against cell damage from free radicals.

Selenium plays an important role in helping maintain the immune system by scavenging for free radicals.

Complete Vitamin and Mineral Profile

Like all the SMA formula milks, SMA White contains a broad profile of macro and micronutrients, including key vitamins and minerals.

Detailed information on the composition of SMA White is available here

References:
1. Billeaud C et al. Gastric emptying in infants with or without gastro-oesophageal reflux according to the type of milk. Eur Jour Clin Nutr 1990; 44: 577-583.

2. Khoshoo V et al. Incidence of Gastroesophageal Reflux with whey and casein based formulas in infants and in children with severe neurological impairement. J Ped Gastroent and Nutr 1996; 22: 48-55.

3. Tolia V et al. Gastric emptying using three different formula in infants with gastroesophageal reflux. J Ped Gastroent and Nutr 1992; 15: 297-301.

4. Fried MD et al. Decrease in gastric emptying time and episodes of regurgitation in children with spastic quadriplegia fed a whey-based formula. Jour Pediat 1992; 120: 569-572.

5. Vanderhoof J, Gross S, et al. Evaluation of a Long-Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid Supplemented Formula on Growth, Tolerance, and Plasma Lipids in Preterm Infants up to 48 Weeks Postconceptional Age. J Ped Gastroent and Nutr 1999; 29: 318-326.

6. Gibson RA, Makrides M, et al. A Randomized Trial of Arachidonic Acid Dose in Formulas Containing Docosahexaenoic Acid in Term Infants. Essential Fatty Acids and Eicosanoids: Invited papers from The Fourth International Congress, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. July 20 -24, 1997: 147-153.

7. Morris G, Moorcroft J, et al. A novel infant formula milk with added long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids from single-cell sources: a study of growth, satisfaction and health. Eur Jour Clin Nutr 2000; 54: 883-886.

8. Carver JD et al. Dietary nucleotide effects upon immune function in infants. Pediatrics 1991; 88: 359-363.

9. Carver JD. Dietary nucleotide effects on the immune and gastrointestinal systems. Acta Paediatr Supp 1999; 430: 83-88.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Breast feeding is best for babies. Infant milks are intended to replace breast milk when mothers do not breast feed. Good maternal nutrition is important for the preparation and maintenance of breast feeding. Introducing partial bottle feeding may have a negative effect on breast feeding and reversing a decision not to breast feed is difficult. You should always seek the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietitian or pharmacist on the need for and proper method of use of infant milks and on all matters of infant feeding. Infant milk should always be prepared and used as directed. Unnecessary or improper use of infant milk may present a health hazard. Social and financial implications should be considered when selecting a method of infant feeding.

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