Table 4.
Modular approach to fortifying whey-dominant infant formula compared with concentrating formula (average composition per 100 mL)
| Concentration | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | % CHO | % Fat | Na (mg) | K (mg) | Ca (mg) | PO4 (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 g infant formula powder (13%) | 67 | 1.3 | 7.2 | 3.6 | 17 | 68 | 51 | 25 |
| 0.8 g protein powder | 3 | 0.7 | 0 | 0 | 0* | 0* | 0* | 0* |
| 4 mL fat emulsion | 18 | 0 | 0 | 2.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 g glucose polymer | 15 | 0 | 3.8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| per 100 mL | 103 | 2.0 | 11.I | 5.6 | 17 | 68 | 51 | 25 |
| 20 g infant formula powder (20%) | 102 | 2.0 | 11.1 | 5.5 | 26 | 106 | 78 | 37 |
*Values vary according to brand of protein powder