Let’s start with essential fatty acids. Essential fatty acids (EFAs) are types of polyunsaturated fatty acids that we, as humans, cannot produce naturally therefore, must be obtained through our diet. The two main types of EFAs are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid, and linoleic acid (LA), an omega-6 fatty acid. Our bodies produce DHA […]
Our Unique Recipe: Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs)
The Importance of Human Milk Oligosaccharides Just as fats play an important role in the discussion of infant formula and breast milk, proper carbohydrate components (saccharides) must also be considered. Of particular importance is a group of specialised carbohydrates in human breast milk known as Human Milk Oligosaccharides, or HMOs. HMO factors within breast milk […]
Our unique recipe: From farm to formula
Our local supply chain provides traceability, sustainability and knowledge of every step of the process, from farm to formula. We believe the freshest ingredients are those grown locally, and we are proud to support hundreds of local family farms and farmers. Our milk is supplied by 220 British Red Tractor farms, our whey is from […]
Our Unique Recipe: Whole Milk Fats
Article Summary Industry standard is to source 100% of fat in formula from vegetable oils (aka cooking oils). Kendamil uses mammalian milk fat instead of relying solely on vegetable oils Mammalian milk fat has naturally occurring short and medium chain fatty acids which are easier to digest. These fatty acids are absent in vegetable oils […]
Our Unique Recipe: Plant-Based DHA
Sourcing of Omega-3 Fats for Formula Omega-3 fats are a vital component to human health and proper immune functioning. Omega-3 fats are even more important to an infant or young child as they play a role in brain development and cognition.1 Since omega-3 fats are a form of polyunsaturated fats, their multiple double bond structures […]
Kendamil 100kcal information sheets
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Ingredients matter: The importance of MFGM in infant nutrition
From conception to second birthday, time passes in a flash of magical milestones, sleepless nights and a never-ending need for bigger clothes! With their growing brains working on everything from motor skills to social skills, it’s easy to see why the first 1000 days are considered to be the most significant period in a child’s […]