Gentle Start 1

Gentle Start 1

Complete nutritional product

GENTLE START 1 is a Food for Special Medical Purposes. It is nutritionally complete breastmilk substitute, suitable as a sole source of nutrition from birth to 6 months of age. It is powdered milk formula that contains DHA.

  • Format: Powder
  • Pack: 400g
  • Case: 6 tin
  • Flavour: Unflavoured
  • Age: 0-6 Months
  • Gluten free

Nutritional Information

Energy Distribution

  • Fat37%
  • Carbohydrate52%
  • Protein11%

Sources

Protein
Cow's milk containing casein and whey proteins.
Fats
Cream; sunflower, rapeseed and coconut oils
Fiber
Galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS)
Carbohydrates
Maltodextrin and lactose from milk and whey

At a Glance

  • Energy: 509 Kcal per 100 g
  • Per serving: 68 Kcal per 100ml
  • Serving Size: 13.36 g
  • Gluten free
  • Lactose: 53.1 g per 100 g
  • Osmolarity: ~280 mOsm/L
  • Osmolality: ~300 mOsm/kg
  • Scoop size: 4.3 g

Nutritional Table

NutrientUnitPer 100 mLPer 100 g
EnergykJ2882133
Energykcal68509
Fatg3.526.2
Saturatedg1.2099.3
α-linolenic acidmg74372
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)mg26130
Linoleic acidmg7583791
Arachidonic acidmg23119
Transfatmg00
Carbohydrateg1157.2
Of which sugarsg1053.1
Added sugarsg00
Maltodextring0.84.1
Lactoseg10.653.1
GOS ( galacto-oligosaccharides)g0.321.6
Proteing2.211
Sodiummg38188
Potassiummg112560
Chloridemg79395
Calciummg79395
Phosphorousmg57286
Magnesiummg9.246
Ironmg0.783.9
Zincmg0.763.8
Manganesemcg1259
Flouridemg≤0.2≤0.9
Coppermcg85424
Iodineµg23113
Seleniummcg5.427
Molybdenumµg1471
Vitamin Amcg93464
Vitamin Dmcg0.211.3
Vitamin Emg1.15.9
Vitamin Kmcg8.241
Vitamin Cmg17.286
Vitamin B1/Thiaminemcg98.8494
Vitamin B2/Riboflavinmcg2371185
Niacinmg0.63
Vitamin B6mcg98.8494
Pantothenic acidmg0.73.5
Folate (DFE)mcg33165
Vitamin B12mcg0.42
Vitamin B8mcg315
L-Carnitinemg315
Cholinemg33.6168
Inositolmg8.844
Taurinemg735

Serving Size: 13.36 g.

Ingredients

Skimmed milk, cream, demineralised whey, vegetable oils (sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, coconut oil), maltodextrin, lactose (cow's milk), galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS) (milk), DHA powder (plant based), arachidonic powder, vitamins (C,B3, E, B5, A, B6, B1, B2, B9, K, B8, D, B12), Minerals (potassium phosphate, calcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium sulphate, potassium chloride, potassium hydroxide, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate, sodium selenite, copper gluconate, manganese gluconate, potassium iodide), emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, antioxidants: mixed tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate, taurine, L-carnitine, choline bitartrate, inositol.

Allergens: Product contains milk and fish oil

Indications and Warnings

Indication

  • GENTLE START 1 is an infant milk designed to meet all the specific nutritional requirements of the infants from birth to 6 months if breastfeeding is not applied.

Warnings and precautions

  • Breast milk is the best food for infants and is recommended for as long as possible during infancy.
  • Good maternal nutrition is essential to prepare and maintain breastfeeding.
  • If breastfeeding is not applied, an infant milk may be used according to health professional advice.
  • Must be used under medical supervision.
  • Not suitable for parenteral use
  • Not suitable for patients with galactosaemia
  • Not suitable for patients with soya or cows' milk intolerance.
  • For oral use only.
  • Suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
  • Do not boil mixture or use terminal sterilisation.
  • Never use a microwave oven to warm formula.
  • Serious burns can result.

Instructions for Use

Preparation

  • 1 Scoop (4.3g of powder): 30ml cooled, previously boiled water.
  • Wash hand thoroughly.
  • Clean and sterilize the feeding bottle, the teat, and all used materials.
  • Boil clean drinking water 5 minutes then leave to cool down to 40°C, or heat clean fresh bottled water with the low mineral content to 40°C.
  • Pour required amount of hot water into a sterilised feeding bottle.
  • Add measure correct quantity of GENTLE START 1 powder into the feeding bottle using only the measuring scoop provided in the tin.
  • Let formula cool to lukewarm temperature (37°C), test the temperature by shaking a few drops onto the side of your wrist.
  • Close the feeding bottle, shake well until the powder dissolved completely.
  • Please monitor dental care, especially before bedtime.

Directions for use

  • Oral / Tube Feeding
  • GENTLE START 1 is an infant milk designed to meet all the specific nutritional requirements of the infants from birth to 6 months if breastfeeding is not applied.
  • Prepare bottle feed always fresh and discard unfinished feeds.
  • Always ensure the scoopfuls are levelled and that the powder is not packed.

Storage and Product Details

  • Store in a cool, dry place (5-25°C) away from direct sunlight.
  • Always replace the lid after use.
  • Once opened, use within three weeks.
Shelf life
18 months
Catalogue number
ES105
Barcode (GTIN)
06287043710781

This page is general product information and is not medical advice. Foods for special medical purposes must be used under medical supervision. Always read the label and consult a healthcare professional. Health information disclaimer