Product Information
AptaGrow by Aptamil® is a nutrient-dense, age-adapted milk drink for picky eaters. It’s specifically tailored to the needs of children aged 1-10 and is enriched with key nutrients** that support immune system function and growth.
- Zinc supports immune system function
- Specific level of protein for toddlers for growth and maintenance of lean muscle
- Enriched with nutrients, including calcium and iron, for normal growth and development in children
- No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives
- No added sugar
- Just one serve a day
- Designed to be consumed as part of a healthy, varied diet
- AptaGrow Taste Kids Like^
*Contains zinc for growth and the immunes system.**Based on the NHMRC Nutrient Reference Values. Key nutrients iron, zinc & vitamin D. Food for Special Medical Purposes. Must be used under medical supervision. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition, designed to be consumed in conjunction with a healthy varied diet. ^AptaGrow sensory assessment in home. Insites-consulting August 2020, funded by Nutricia. 70% of children liked the taste of AptaGrow.
If you have any questions about AptaGrow 1+ Years Nutrient-Dense Drink, please contact our Nutricia Careline on 0800 438 500.
Nutrition
Nutritional Information
Quantity per 175mL Serve | Quantity per 100ml | |
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NUTRITION INFORMATION | ||
Servings per can: Approximately 34 | ||
Serving size: Approximately 175mL | ||
Energy | 483 kJ | 278 kJ |
116 kcal | 66 kcal | |
Protein | 5.0 g | 2.9 g |
Fat, total | 5.5 g | 3.1 g |
— Saturated | 3.8 g | 2.2 g |
— Trans | 0.52 g | 0.30 g |
— Polyunsaturated | 0.22 g | 0.13 g |
— Omega 3, total | 102 mg | 59 mg |
— ALA 1 | 43 mg | 25 mg |
— LCPUFA 2 | 58 mg | 33 mg |
— DHA 3 | 37 mg | 21 mg |
— EPA 4 | 12.9 mg | 7.4 mg |
— Monounsaturated | 1.2 g | 0.71 g |
Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 5.6 g |
— Sugars | 9.6 g | 5.5 g |
— Lactose | 9.3 g | 5.3 g |
— Sucrose | Nil | Nil |
Dietary fibre, total | 3.6 g | 2.0 g |
Sodium | 54 mg | 31 mg |
VITAMINS | ||
Vitamin A | 209 μg-RE | 120 μg-RE |
Vitamin D | 3.1 μg | 1.8 μg |
Vitamin E | 3.1 mg-TE | 1.8 mg-TE |
Thiamin (B~1~) | 0.41 mg | 0.24 mg |
Riboflavin (B~2~) | 0.35 mg | 0.20 mg |
Niacin (B~3~) | 2.4 mg | 1.4 mg |
Vitamin B~6~ | 0.34 mg | 0.20 mg |
Folic Acid | 65 μg | 37 μg |
Vitamin B~12~ | 0.34 μg | 0.20 μg |
Vitamin C | 20 mg | 11.6 mg |
MINERALS | ||
Potassium | 211 mg | 121 mg |
Chloride | 135 mg | 78 mg |
Calcium | 233 mg | 134 mg |
Phosphorus | 149 mg | 86 mg |
Magnesium | 41 mg | 24 mg |
Iron | 4.4 mg | 2.5 mg |
Zinc | 2.7 mg | 1.6 mg |
Iodine | 35 μg | 20 μg |
PREBIOTICS | ||
scGOS 5 | 3.24 g | 1.84 g |
lcFOS 6 | 0.36 g | 0.20 g |
PROBIOTICS | ||
Bifidobacterium breve M-16V | 785 million cfu | 451 million cfu |
1 LCPUFAs – Long Chain Polyunsaturated fatty acids2 GOS – Galacto-oligosaccharides3 lc Polyfructose – long chain Polyfructose
Ingredients ListMilk solids, short chain galacto-oligosaccharides (milk), long chain fructo-oligosaccharides, dried omega LCPUFAs (fish oil, sodium caseinate (milk), antioxidant (sodium ascorbate, natural tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate, dl-alpha-tocopherol), whey protein (milk), emulsifier (soy lecithin)), emulsifier (soy lecithin), Bifidobacterium breve M-16V.Minerals: Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine.Vitamins: Vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, D3, E), folic acid.Contains:Cows’ milk, fish and soy.Allergen Contains: Fish | Milk | SoyAllergen Free From: Added Sugar | Artificial Colours | Artificial Flavours | Artificial Preservatives
Feeding Guide
Age | Safe drinking water | Level scoops of powder* | Serve size | Number of serves per day |
1 – 3 years | 150 mL | 6 | 175 mL | 1 |
*1 scoop = 4.3g of powder.NOTE: Always add 1 scoop of powder for each 25mL of water. Only one serve per day is recommended. Consult your healthcare professional for advice.
How To Prepare
Step 1
Wash hands before preparing drink. Wash and rinse cup or shaker, and all utensils thoroughly.
Step 2
Using the scoop enclosed, fill the scoop lightly and level off using the built-in leveller.
Step 3
Add 6 level scoops of powder to 150mL of lukewarm, safe drinking water.
Step 4
Whisk, stir or shake briskly to dissolve the powder.
Step 5
Serve immediately, or for a cold drink, store in the fridge for 1 hour or until chilled. Stir before use.
Step 6
Discard unfinished drinks.Prepare as directed, or try adding to your child’s favourite drinks or foods. It is safer to use AptaGrow immediately after it is prepared.
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Formula Stage | 1 Year, 2 Years+ |
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