Today, the market is filled with various mixtures for baby food, which seriously complicates the choice for young parents. It is especially difficult to choose food for children after 12 months, when they already choose food according to their own taste preferences. In order for the baby to receive only the highest quality product, one should pay attention to the milk mixture “Similak Premium 3”.
What the mixture consists of
Baby food is a slightly moist powder for breeding. The main component of the product is skimmed milk powder. The composition of "Similak Premium 3" distinguishes the mixture from other manufacturers by the complete absence of palm oil.
Also, the product does not contain dyes, preservatives or GMOs.
The use of the mixture is enriched with vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and prebiotics composition. Among them:
- folic and ascorbic acid;
- vitamin E and A;
- choline chloride;
- calcium and vitamin D3;
- B vitamins;
- iron;
- zinc;
- copper;
- manganese;
- potassium;
- lutein;
- Omega-3 and Omega-6;
- arachidonic and linoleic acids;
- casein and more.
A complete list of all components included can be found on any packaging of baby food.
Chemical composition
On each package of baby food you can find a table with the indicators of each component included in the composition.
Separately, a grammar of nutrients for the dry mix and the already diluted, ready-to-eat product is offered. For many parents, these indicators are incomprehensible, but if you familiarize yourself with the required daily doses of each of the substances for the full development of the baby, then you can easily calculate how fully the child eats only thanks to feeding with artificial milk. It also indicates the energy value of the product, as well as the amount of proteins, fats and carbohydrates. If there is no packaging, then you can familiarize yourself with the table in the photo provided in the article.
Immunity strengthening
Thanks to the nucleotides available in the diet, Similak Premium 3 provides the baby with the correct and timely development of immunity.
Bifidobacteria and prebiotics support this process, strengthening the body's natural defense by colonizing the intestinal microflora. It is important that all these substances are in the composition and ideal ratio, which allows you to comprehensively maintain immunity.
Healthy growth
The first years of life, the baby is actively growing and developing, for which he needs calcium in sufficient quantities. “Similak Premium 3” contains not only the mineral necessary for this, but also vitamin D3, which allows calcium to be absorbed better. In addition, the lack of palm oil also improves the absorption of minerals necessary for the full growth of the child.
Proper development
In order for a baby to grow up completely healthy, his body needs substances that ensure its timely mental development. For this, Similak Premium 3 contains a complex of fatty acids and minerals that ensure the proper functioning of the brain and the development of vision.
An important advantage of this product is the presence of lutein. This substance is very necessary for kids for the proper development of vision and brain, but can not be synthesized by the children's body on its own. Infants receive lutein from breast milk, but in its absence, another source must be provided for this. In this case, Similak Premium 3 fits perfectly.
Comfortable digestion
In feeding the baby it is important to provide him not only benefit, but also comfort. The Similak dry milk mixture does not contain palm oil and is rich in prebiotics and probiotics, which in combination ensures the creation of the right microflora in the intestines. As a result, there is soft stool and lack of colic, which means a cheerful and healthy baby.
Cooking
In order for artificial nutrition to be beneficial only, young parents need to learn how to cook it properly. The “Similak Premium 3” mixture is designed to feed babies from 12 months old, which means that it can only be used as an addition to already mastered solid foods. It is possible to breed powder only in compliance with all aseptic rules:
- dishes should be sterile;
- hands are clean;
- water for cooking - boiled.
After boiling, the water must be cooled to 38-40 degrees and pour into a container for feeding. After this, add the mixture with a measuring spoon, shake the bottle thoroughly until completely dissolved.
For each scoop of powder without a slide, pour 30 ml of water. It is important to pick up the mixture by tamping it tightly. To do this, press a full spoon against the wall of the can to fill all the voids in it. Excess mixes are usually removed with the blunt side of the knife back into the food packaging.
After dilution, check the temperature of the finished mixture, cool if necessary, and then proceed to feeding. Ideal for kids is considered a food temperature of 37 degrees.
Storage
The shelf life of the closed packaging of baby food is 24 months, as can be seen below in the photo. Similak Premium 3 should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees and not lower than zero. Humidity in the room should not exceed 75%.
After opening, the mixture can be stored under the same conditions in a dark place without strong odors for only 1 day. Do not put food packaging in the refrigerator.
The ready-made milk mixture should be stored only for an hour after preparation. After this, it should be poured, and with subsequent feeding, cook again.
Production
You can buy the mixture in pharmacies or large stores in packages of 400 g and 900 g. A measuring spoon is necessarily present inside each jar. The production of Similak Premium 3, as well as other mixtures of this line, is carried out in Ireland and Denmark. The developer of the product is the Spanish pharmaceutical company Abbott Laboratories, founded in 1888. Despite its foreign production, the cost of packing the mixture, depending on its volume, ranges from 400-700 rubles.
Reviews
According to reviews, “Similak Premium 3” has proven itself as a baby food for different kids. Parents note its rich composition of nutrients, the absence of allergies in babies and a pleasant taste. Milk is very popular with children, regardless of their age.
Some mothers noticed that the manufacturer offers the product not only in cans, but also in cardboard boxes, and this is much cheaper. If at first glance it seems that the price is reduced only because of the packaging material, then it turns out not quite. The fact is that in cardboard packs the composition of the mixture is characterized by fewer nutrients. This should be considered if you want to save.
Specialists, like many parents, confidently declare the benefits of this food. In some perinatal centers, the Similak mixture is even used to feed babies whose mothers cannot feed their own milk due to health problems or other reasons. “Similak Premium” for many babies becomes a full-fledged substitute for breast milk at various stages of development. Of course, the best nutrition for each newborn is mother’s milk, but in the absence of lactation or the need to stop breastfeeding, this product will be an excellent source of all important nutrients for the further development and growth of the baby.