What Is Partially Hydrolyzed Formula Milk?

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Many brands offer partially hydrolyzed formula, which breaks down proteins to make them easier for babies to digest and being gentler on a baby’s stomach.

This type of formula can be helpful for infants who have trouble with regular milk.

Several brands of partially hydrolyzed formula are available in Malaysia. 

Each brand has its own unique blend of nutrients. Some focus on brain development, while others target digestive health. 

Discover more about the additional nutrients provided by exploring our article:
”Which Formula Milk Closely Resembles Breast Milk?”

Below, we provide a list of these brands for your reference. Please note that the formulas are not ranked in any particular order.

Parents should talk to their doctor to find the best fit for their baby’s needs. It’s important to compare labels and understand what each formula offers before making a choice.

Overview of Partially Hydrolyzed Formula Brands

Partially hydrolyzed formulas offer easier digestion for babies with sensitive tummies. These brands break down milk proteins into smaller pieces. Each brand has unique features to support infant nutrition and growth.

1. Enfalac Baby Gentlease

Enfalac Baby Gentlease contains partially broken down proteins (partially hydrolyzed cow-based formula milk). It aims to reduce fussiness and gas in babies. The formula includes

• DHA and ARA  for brain development. 
• Milk Fat Globule Membrane (MFGM) to support baby’s growth and development
• High Iron and Zinc are added to prevent anemia and help growth.

Enfalac Baby Gentlease uses corn syrup solids as a carbohydrate source. This formula is suitable for babies from birth to 12 months.

2. Similac Total Comfort

Similac total comfort uses partially hydrolyzed cow-based protein. It aims to be gentle on baby’s tummy.

The formula includes

• DHA
• Prebiotics Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS),
• Human Milk Oligosaccharide : 2′ fucosyllactose (2’FL), 
• lutein, and vitamin E
• Nucleotides to support immune system

These nutrients support baby’s body defense and brain’s development.

Similac total comfort uses corn syrup solids as a carbohydrate source. It is 98% lactose-free.

It’s designed for babies from birth to 12 months. 

3. Frisolac HA

Frisolac HA is a partially hydrolyzed cow- based formula. It contains

• DHA 
• Nucleotides to support immune system
• Prebiotics (GOS) 

The formula uses lactose as its main carbohydrate source. It’s suitable from birth to 12 months.

4. Novalac Novarice

Novalac Novarice offers a partially hydrolyzed rice-based formula. It’s designed for babies with cow’s milk allergies. The formula is lactose-free and dairy-free.

Novarice includes

• DHA and ARA  for brain development. 
• Prebiotics 

The formula uses rice syrup solids as its carbohydrate source.

This brand is suitable for vegan diets.  It’s fortified with vitamins and minerals to support growth.

5. Aptamil Prosyneo Sensitive

Aptamil Prosyneo Sensitive is partially hydrolyzed cow-based formula which contains easy-to-digest proteins.

It includes a patented blend of

• Prebiotics called GOS/FOS. 
• DHA for brain development.
• Nucleotides to support immune system

Aptamil uses lactose as its main carbohydrate source. It’s enriched with iron to prevent anemia. 

This brand focuses on supporting overall growth and development. It’s suitable for babies from birth onwards.

6. Nestle Nan HA

Nestle Nan HA contains partially hydrolyzed cow-based proteins.

It’s designed to reduce the risk of allergies in babies. The formula includes

• Probiotics (Bifidobacterium lactis) to support gut health.
• DHA and ARA

It uses lactose as its main carbohydrate source. The formula is enriched with iron and vitamins. 

7. S26 Comilac

S26 Comilac offers a partially hydrolyzed cow-based formula.

It contains a

• Beta-palmitate (Sn-2 Palmitate which is good for gut and bone health.
• DHA and ARA for brain and eye development.
• Enriching whey protein with alpha-lactalbumin

S26 Comilac uses lactose as its main carbohydrate source. It’s enriched with iron and vitamins. Enriching whey protein with alpha-lactalbumin help in digestion, improve sleep pattern and support growth and immune system.

The formula aims to be gentle on baby’s tummy.

This brand focuses on supporting digestive comfort. It’s suitable for babies from birth to 12 months.

8. Hipp Bilac Organic Infant Formula Step 1

Hipp Bilac Organic uses organic ingredients. This brand is known for its high organic standards. However It is not partially hydrolyzed formula milk.

The formula includes

• DHA and ARA which support brain development.
• Prebiotics – GOS

Hipp Bilac is free from artificial additives. It uses lactose as the main carbohydrate source. 

Its iron content is 0.76 mg per 100 kcal, meeting the European recommendations for iron levels in infant formula milk.

However, it is not approved by the US FDA due to its lower iron content.