Learn about NAN Pro 1 infant formula, its nutritional composition, stage selection, safe preparation, storage, precautions and when to consult a paediatrician.
Dr.J.T.Hema Prathima
Choosing an infant formula can be an important decision for parents, particularly during the first six months of a baby's life. NAN Pro 1 is an infant formula intended for babies from birth to 6 months when breastfeeding is not possible or when formula feeding is otherwise needed.
Understanding what NAN Pro 1 contains, how it differs from later NAN Pro stages, how to prepare it safely and which babies may need a specialised formula can help parents make informed feeding choices.
NAN Pro 1 is a milk-based infant formula intended for babies from birth to 6 months. It is available as a powdered product that is mixed with water before feeding.
The formulation contains milk-derived ingredients, including whey protein, along with fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. It also contains DHA, ARA and the probiotic L. reuteri.
NAN Pro 1 is an infant nutritional product, not a medicine. The decision to use formula and the choice of formula should take into account the baby's feeding needs, growth and medical history.
NAN Pro 1 provides a combination of macronutrients and micronutrients as part of an infant's diet. The exact amounts should always be taken from the nutrition panel on the specific product pack.
NAN Pro 1 contains milk-derived protein, including demineralised whey. It provides 10.7 g of protein per 100 g of powder and has a whey-to-casein ratio of 70:30.
Protein supplies amino acids required for normal growth and development.
Lactose is the predominant carbohydrate in NAN Pro 1. Lactose is also the main carbohydrate naturally present in human milk.
The presence of lactose does not make the formula suitable or unsuitable for a child with suspected lactose intolerance. This condition requires appropriate medical assessment.
Fats
NAN Pro 1 contains a blend of vegetable oils that provides dietary fat and energy. It also contains the fatty acids DHA and ARA.
DHA, or docosahexaenoic acid, and ARA, or arachidonic acid, are long-chain fatty acids included in NAN Pro 1.
DHA contributes to normal brain development. DHA and ARA are also naturally occurring fatty acids found in human milk.
NAN Pro 1 contains a range of vitamins and minerals, including iron, calcium, vitamin D, zinc and vitamins A and C.
These nutrients have different roles in normal growth, bone development, blood formation and immune function.
NAN Pro 1 contains the probiotic L. reuteri.
The presence of a probiotic does not mean that every NAN Pro stage contains the same probiotic. Parents should check the ingredient list of the specific stage they are using.
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NAN Pro products are divided into stages according to age. The formulation changes between stages, so the products should not be considered interchangeable.
The table below summarises the age ranges of the NAN Pro stages available in India.
| Stage | Intended age | General role |
| NAN Pro 1 | 0 to 6 months | Infant formula |
| NAN Pro 2 | 6 to 12 months | Follow-up formula |
| NAN Pro 3 | After 12 months to 18 months | Follow-up formula for toddlers |
| NAN Pro 4 | 18 to 24 months Follow-up formula | Follow-up formula for older toddlers |
Age ranges are important when selecting a stage. A baby should not be moved to a later-stage product simply because the higher number appears to indicate a more advanced formula.
NAN Pro 1 is intended for babies from birth to 6 months when formula feeding is needed. It contains whey protein, DHA, ARA, vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin D, vitamins A and C and zinc. It also contains L. reuteri probiotic.
NAN Pro 2 is intended for babies from 6 to 12 months. During this period, formula is used alongside complementary foods as the baby's diet becomes more varied.
NAN Pro 2 provides nutrients including DHA, ARA, iron, calcium, vitamin D, vitamins and minerals.
NAN Pro 3 is intended for children after 12 months and up to 18 months.
It contains DHA and ARA along with nutrients including iron, calcium, vitamin D, vitamins A and C and zinc. It is designed to be used as part of the child's overall diet during the toddler period.
NAN Pro 4 is intended for children from 18 to 24 months. It provides follow-up formula nutrition alongside an increasingly varied diet.
A higher stage number does not mean that one product is universally better than another. The appropriate stage depends primarily on the child's age and individual nutritional needs.
NAN Pro 1 is intended for babies from birth to 6 months, while NAN Pro 2 is intended for babies from 6 to 12 months.
The two products have different nutritional formulations for their respective age groups. NAN Pro 2 contains nutrients including iron as part of its formulation for older infants who are also beginning complementary feeding.
NAN Pro 2 should not be given to a baby younger than 6 months simply because the baby has started complementary foods.
Safe preparation is essential when using powdered infant formula. Incorrect amounts of water or powder, contaminated equipment or inappropriate storage can increase the risk of illness or make the feed nutritionally unsuitable.
For NAN Pro 1, the preparation instructions specify allowing boiled water to cool to approximately body temperature before adding the powder to help maintain the living probiotic cultures.
Do not change the powder-to-water ratio. Adding extra powder can make the feed too concentrated, while adding too much water can reduce its nutritional concentration.
Prepared formula is best used immediately after preparation.
If a prepared feed needs to be stored, follow the storage instructions on the product pack. Formula that has already been offered to the baby should not be saved for another feed because bacteria can enter the bottle during feeding.
Discard any leftover formula after a feed.
After opening, keep NAN Pro 1 tightly closed and store it in a cool, dry and hygienic place.
The opened powder should be used within 3 weeks or by the use-by date, whichever comes first, according to the product instructions.
Do not store formula powder in a damp location or refrigerate it unless the product instructions specifically recommend doing so.
NAN Pro 1 is a standard milk-based infant formula and may not be suitable for babies with certain medical or nutritional conditions.
NAN Pro 1 contains milk ingredients and is not suitable for a baby with confirmed cow's milk protein allergy unless specifically recommended by a healthcare professional.
Depending on the child's symptoms and medical history, a paediatrician may recommend an extensively hydrolysed formula or an amino acid-based formula.
Galactosaemia is a rare inherited metabolic condition that affects the body's ability to process galactose.
Because standard milk-based formulas contain lactose, babies with galactosaemia require a specialised feeding plan and an appropriate formula recommended by their medical team.
Lactose intolerance is different from cow's milk protein allergy. It occurs when the body has difficulty digesting lactose, whereas cow's milk protein allergy involves an immune response to milk proteins.
Primary lactose intolerance is uncommon in young infants. Temporary lactose intolerance can occur after some gastrointestinal infections.
If lactose intolerance is suspected, consult a paediatrician rather than changing formula independently.
Premature babies and babies with certain medical conditions may have nutritional requirements that differ from those of healthy full-term infants.
A specialised formula may sometimes be recommended depending on gestational age, growth and medical needs. The appropriate feeding plan should be determined by the baby's paediatrician or neonatologist.
Breast milk is recommended for infants when breastfeeding is possible and appropriate. When formula is required, choosing an age-appropriate product and preparing it correctly are important parts of safe infant feeding.
Parents should also pay attention to changes that may indicate an illness, feeding problem or possible reaction to formula.
Contact a paediatrician if your baby has:
Symptoms such as crying, gas or changes in stool pattern do not necessarily indicate formula intolerance. Several common infant conditions can produce similar symptoms.
Possible symptoms of cow's milk protein allergy can include:
Breathing difficulty or swelling of the tongue or throat requires emergency medical attention.
Do not change to a specialised formula solely on the basis of one symptom. A healthcare professional can assess the baby's symptoms and determine whether a formula change is appropriate.
NAN Pro 1 is a milk-based infant formula intended for babies from birth to 6 months when formula feeding is needed. It provides nutrients including milk-derived protein, lactose, fats, DHA, ARA, iron, calcium, vitamin D, vitamins A and C and zinc, and contains L. reuteri probiotic.
Choosing an age-appropriate formula, following the product's preparation instructions precisely and storing it safely are important for infant feeding. Babies with suspected allergies, lactose intolerance, prematurity, poor growth or other medical needs may require a different feeding approach under paediatric guidance.
No. NAN Pro 1 is an infant formula designed to provide appropriate nutrition for babies when formula feeding is needed, but it is not the same as human milk. Breast milk contains living cells, antibodies, hormones and other bioactive components that are not replicated by standard infant formula.
The number of scoops depends on the baby's age and the feeding instructions for the specific product. Follow the feeding table printed on the NAN Pro 1 pack and use the exact water-to-powder ratio provided. Do not add extra powder or water.
Formula-fed babies can have stools that differ in frequency and consistency from those of breastfed babies. However, hard stools, significant discomfort, persistent constipation or blood in the stool should be discussed with a paediatrician rather than treated by changing the formula without advice.
Prepared formula is best used immediately. If storage is necessary, follow the storage instructions on the specific product pack. Formula left in a bottle after the baby has started feeding should always be discarded.
NAN Pro 2 is intended for babies from 6 to 12 months, while NAN Pro 1 is intended for babies from birth to 6 months. The transition generally corresponds with reaching the next age stage, but babies with medical, nutritional or growth concerns may need an individual feeding plan from their paediatrician.
