Gentle Start 2

Gentle Start 2

Powder

GENTLE START 2 (Nupco 2) is a Food for Special Medical Purpose. It is powdered formula for 6-12 months of age. It is powdered milk formula that contains iron to support brain development, vitamin D and calcium which proved a nutritionally balanced infant feed.

  • Format: Powder
  • Pack: 400g
  • Case: 6 tin
  • Flavour: Unflavoured
  • Age: 6 Months to 1 Year
  • Gluten free

Nutritional Information

Energy Distribution

  • Fat44%
  • Carbohydrate48%
  • Protein8%

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: 498 Kcal per 100 g
  • Per serving: 67 Kcal
  • Serving Size: 13 g
  • Gluten free
  • Lactose: 47.5 g per 100 g
  • Osmolarity: ~280 mOsm/L
  • Osmolality: ~300 mOsm/kg
  • Scoop size: 4.3 g

Nutritional Table

NutrientUnitPer 100 mLPer 100 g
EnergykJ2822086
Energykcal67498
Fatg3.324.3
Saturatedg1.28.6
linoleic acidmg4753515
α-linolenic acidmg46344
Transfatmg00
Carbohydrateg859.4
Of which sugarsg6.447.5
Added sugarsg00
Maltodextring1.611.9
Lactoseg6.447.5
Proteing1.410.5
Whey/Casein ratiog6.24/6.7648/52
Sodiummg25185
Potassiummg75553
Chloridemg51.3380
Calciummg57.4425
Phosphorousmg42311
Ca/P0.181.4
Magnesiummg751.5
Ironmg0.96.9
Zincmg0.53.8
Manganesemcg6.649
Flouridemg<67<498
Coppermcg50370
Iodineµg12.491.9
Seleniummcg3.425
Molybdenumµg<9.3<69
Vitamin Amcg59440
Vitamin Dmcg1.612
Vitamin Emg0.96.9
Vitamin Kmcg5.440
Vitamin Cmg11.787
Vitamin B1/Thiaminemcg66.7494
Vitamin B2/Riboflavinmcg1491107
Pantothenic acidmg0.53.5
Vitamin B6mcg60.1445
Vitamin B12mcg0.21.5
Niacinmg0.54
Folate (DFE)mcg22163
Vitamin B8mcg215
Taurinemg4.735
L-Carnitinemg1.612

Serving Size: 13 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.

Allergens: Milk

Indications and Warnings

Indication

  • GENTLE START 2 (Nupco 2) is a follow-on milk formula specifically designed to meet nutritional need of infants from 6 months to 1 year of age as a part of s diversified diet that should be introduced gradually according to the advice of a healthcare professional.

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.
  • 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 2 powder into the feeding bottle using only the measuring scoop provided in the tin.
  • Close the feeding bottle, shake well until the powder dissolved completely.
  • Let formula cool to lukewarm temperature (37°C), test the temperature by shaking a few drops onto the side of your wrist.
  • Prepare bottle feed always fresh and discard unfinished feeds.
  • Please monitor dental care, especially before bedtime.

Directions for use

  • Oral / Tube Feeding
  • GENTLE START 2 is a follow-on milk formula specifically designed to meet nutritional need of infants from 6 months to 1 year of age as a part of s diversified diet that should be introduced gradually according to the advice of a healthcare professional.
  • 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
ES110
Barcode (GTIN)
06287043710798

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