Premium Follow on Formula

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Is Premium Follow on Formula healthy?

Premium Follow on Formula scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This follow-on formula contains beneficial ingredients such as whey protein, prebiotic fibers, and probiotics, which support gut health and development.

How processed is Premium Follow on Formula?

Premium Follow on Formula is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Premium Follow on Formula's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mixed Tocopherols, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Whey Protein count in its favor; Soy Lecithin is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Premium Follow on Formula

Bioengineered
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 9
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Milk
Summary

This follow-on formula contains beneficial ingredients such as whey protein, prebiotic fibers, and probiotics, which support gut health and development. However, it is ultra-processed and includes additives like soy lecithin, which may raise concerns due to its processing methods. The presence of multiple additives and the high level of processing limit its overall health score.

Key ingredients 33

Whey Protein
Very Good

A high-quality dairy protein derived from milk that provides essential amino acids for growth.

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Mixed Tocopherols
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Ascorbyl Palmitate
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Taurine
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Inositol
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Phosphorus
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Magnesium
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Zinc
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Biotin
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Palmitate
Neutral

A fatty acid derivative commonly added to infant formulas to mimic the fat profile of breast milk.

Galacto-Oligosaccharides
Neutral

Prebiotic fibers that support the growth of beneficial gut bacteria in infants.

Di-Alpha Tocopherol
Neutral

A form of vitamin E used for antioxidant purposes and nutrient fortification.

Fructo-Oligosaccharides
Neutral

Prebiotic fibers that help nourish healthy gut flora.

Choline Chloride
Neutral

An essential nutrient important for brain development and cellular function.

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Bifidobacterium Breve M-16V
Neutral

A beneficial probiotic strain added to support digestive health.

L-Carnitine
Neutral

An amino acid derivative that helps the body convert fat into energy.

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Potassium
Neutral

An essential mineral necessary for fluid balance and proper cellular function.

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Calcium
Neutral

An essential mineral vital for healthy bone and tooth development.

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Chloride
Neutral

An essential electrolyte that works with other minerals to maintain fluid balance.

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Sodium
Neutral

An essential electrolyte required for fluid balance and nerve function.

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Iron
Neutral

An essential mineral necessary for healthy blood formation and oxygen transport.

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Copper
Neutral

An essential trace mineral needed for iron absorption and immune support.

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Iodine
Neutral

An essential trace mineral required for normal thyroid function.

Manganese
Neutral

An essential trace mineral involved in metabolism and antioxidant defense.

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Selenium
Neutral

An essential trace mineral with antioxidant properties supporting immune health.

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Vitamins
Neutral

Added vitamins including A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, D3, E, and K1 to ensure complete nutritional adequacy.

Folic Acid
Neutral

A synthetic form of vitamin B9 essential for cell growth and DNA synthesis.

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Cytidine-5-Monophosphate
Neutral

A nucleotide added to infant formula to support immune development and gut maturation.

Uridine-5-Monophosphate
Neutral

A nucleotide that plays a role in brain development and cellular metabolism.

Adenosine-5-Monophosphate
Neutral

A nucleotide supporting energy transfer and immune function.

Inosine-5-Monophosphate
Neutral

A nucleotide involved in nucleic acid synthesis and metabolic functions.

Guanosine-5-Monophosphate
Neutral

A nucleotide contributing to cellular signaling and immune system support.

Soy Lecithin
Bad

Refined emulsifier lecithin (doctrine: 'bad', distinct from seed oils).

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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