Similac Gold Infant Formula Powder
Summary
Stage 3 infant formula from Abbott Similac Gold featuring lactose, whey protein concentrate, coconut oil, organic high oleic safflower oil, and nonfat milk. Six harmful ingredients noted including soy oil with high omega-6 and phytoestrogen concerns. One of the lower-ranked formulas in this category.
At a glance
Contaminants 4
Source: Independent third-party laboratory testing
Lead Detected Moderate
Detected at a moderate level — a meaningful fraction of health-based exposure limits. Worth factoring in if this product is used regularly. Found at 3.6 ppb — exceeds FDA action level of 10 ppb (class action lawsuit claims)
Independent third-party testing.
Arsenic Detected Moderate
Detected at a moderate level — a meaningful fraction of health-based exposure limits. Worth factoring in if this product is used regularly. Detected in the product, specific levels not disclosed but raised concerns in class action lawsuit
Independent third-party testing.
Cadmium Detected Moderate
Detected at a moderate level — a meaningful fraction of health-based exposure limits. Worth factoring in if this product is used regularly. Detected in the product, specific levels not disclosed but raised concerns in class action lawsuit
Independent third-party testing.
Mercury Detected Moderate
Detected at a moderate level — a meaningful fraction of health-based exposure limits. Worth factoring in if this product is used regularly. Detected in the product, specific levels not disclosed but raised concerns in class action lawsuit
Independent third-party testing.
Key ingredients 5
LactoseGood
Natural carbohydrate; preferred energy source for infants; supports gut microbiome
See more about Lactose →Whey Protein ConcentrateGood
High-quality dairy protein; easy to digest
See more about Whey Protein Concentrate →Coconut OilGood
Contains medium-chain triglycerides; supports fat absorption
See more about Coconut Oil →Soy OilNeutral
In infant and baby nutrition, soy oil is a standard, accepted source of essential fatty acids. Scout treats baby seed oils as neutral rather than penalizing them as it would in general food.
See more about Soy Oil →Organic High Oleic Safflower OilNeutral
In infant and baby nutrition, organic high oleic safflower oil is a standard, accepted source of essential fatty acids. Scout treats baby seed oils as neutral rather than penalizing them as it would in general food.
See more about Organic High Oleic Safflower Oil →Processing
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