About Mead Johnson HCY 1 Infant Formula & Medical Food
HCY 1 Infant Formula & Medical Food is a methionine-free, iron-fortified powder for infants and young children with documented homocystinuria. It contains all other essential and nonessential amino acids, as well as carbohydrates, fats, essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. The product has increased amounts of B vitamins compared to routine infant formulas and includes DHA, ARA, and choline, which are important for brain development. It has a pleasant vanilla scent and mixes easily. This medical food is designed to be used under the supervision of a physician.
Key Benefits & Features
- Specialized Nutrition: This medical food is specifically formulated to provide comprehensive nutrition for infants and toddlers who have homocystinuria.
- Essential Nutrients: It provides all the necessary amino acids (except methionine), carbohydrates, fat, essential fatty acids, and a range of vitamins and minerals to support healthy growth and development.
- Brain Development: The formula contains DHA, ARA, and choline, which are nutrients that play a crucial role in supporting brain and eye development.
- Easy to Prepare: The powder has a pleasant vanilla scent and is designed to mix easily, ensuring a smooth and palatable feeding experience.
Mead Johnson HCY 1 Infant Formula & Medical Food FAQs
What is HCY 1 Infant Formula & Medical Food for?
HCY 1 is a specialized medical food for infants and young children diagnosed with homocystinuria. It is a methionine-free formula designed to be a primary source of nutrition.
Does this product contain all essential amino acids?
No, HCY 1 is specifically formulated to be free of the amino acid methionine. It does, however, contain all other essential and nonessential amino acids required for proper nutrition.
What are some of the key nutrients in HCY 1?
HCY 1 is fortified with iron and contains a blend of essential and nonessential amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals. It also includes DHA, ARA, and choline to support brain development.
Is HCY 1 easy to mix?
Yes, the powder is designed to mix easily and has a pleasant vanilla scent, making it palatable for infants and young children.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Per 100 g Powder
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving |
|---|
| Calories |
500 |
| Protein equivalents |
16.2 g |
| Fat |
26 g |
| Carbohydrate |
51 g |
| Linoleic acid |
4000 mg |
| Vitamin | Amount Per Serving |
|---|
| Vitamin A |
1520 IU |
| Vitamin D |
380 IU |
| Vitamin E |
10 IU |
| Vitamin K |
40 mcg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B₁) |
1000 mcg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B₂) |
1000 mcg |
| Vitamin B₆ |
1000 mcg |
| Vitamin B₁₂ |
2 mcg |
| Niacin |
10000 mcg |
| Folic acid (Folacin) |
100 mcg |
| Pantothenic acid |
3800 mcg |
| Biotin |
38 mcg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) |
60 mg |
| Choline |
124 mg |
| Inositol |
86 mg |
| Mineral | Amount Per Serving |
|---|
| Calcium |
660 mg |
| Phosphorus |
440 mg |
| Magnesium |
66 mg |
| Iron |
9.6 mg |
| Zinc |
8.6 mg |
| Manganese |
380 mcg |
| Copper |
860 mcg |
| Iodine |
76 mcg |
| Selenium |
14.1 mcg |
| Sodium |
240 mg |
| Potassium |
560 mg |
| Chloride |
430 mg |
Ingredients
Corn syrup solids, vegetable oil (palm olein oil, coconut oil, soy oil, high oleic sunflower oil), amino acids (L-glutamine, L-leucine, potassium aspartate, L-lysine hydrochloride, L-proline, L-valine, L-isoleucine, L-alanine, L-arginine, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, L-tyrosine, L-serine, L-cystine, glycine, L-histidine, L-tryptophan), modified corn starch, sugar, calcium phosphate and less than 1%: Mortierella alpina oil*, Crypthecodinium cohnii oil†, ethyl vanillin, sodium citrate, potassium citrate, magnesium oxide, ferrous sulfate, potassium chloride, zinc sulfate, cupric sulfate, manganese sulfate, sodium iodide, sodium selenite), choline chloride, inositol, ascorbic acid, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, vitamin B6 hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, vitamin D3, folic acid, biotin, vitamin K1, vitamin E acetate, vitamin A palmitate, vitamin B12, taurine, L-carnitine.
*A source of arachidonic acid (ARA). †A source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
