Terms Explained

Your Guide Through the Microbiome: Understandable definitions of key terms and types of bacteria that play a role in babies' microbiomes.

Probiotics Alle ansehen

Probiotics, living microorganisms with health benefits, are important for the digestive system. They help in balancing the microbiome, support digestion,...

Prebiotics Alle ansehen

Prebiotics, a specific category of soluble fibers and a special type of indigestible carbohydrates, play a crucial role in promoting...
  • Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMO)

    The importance of Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) for the development of a healthy microbiome in infants is a fascinating and...
  • Fructooligosaccharides (FOS)

    Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) are short-chain carbohydrates consisting of fructose units and naturally occur in various plants such as chicory, garlic, onions,...
  • Galactooligosaccharides (GOS)

    Galactooligosaccharides (GOS) are an important group of prebiotics, especially relevant in infant nutrition. GOS are short-chain carbohydrates made up of...
  • Inulin

    Inulin is a naturally occurring prebiotic polysaccharide that belongs to the fructans and serves as a storage substance in many...
  • Resistant Starch

    Resistant starch is a special form of carbohydrates that differs from other types of starch in that it is not...
  • Pectins

    Pectins are a group of natural fibers found mainly in the cell walls of plants and are highly concentrated in...
  • Beta Glucans

    Beta-Glucans are a type of soluble fiber found primarily in the cell walls of cereals such as oats and barley,...
  • Xylooligosaccharides (XOS)

    Xylooligosaccharides (XOS) are a special type of prebiotics belonging to the group of oligosaccharides. They consist of short chains of...
  • Mannan-Oligosaccharides (MOS)

    Mannan-Oligosaccharides (MOS) are a type of prebiotic fiber derived from the cell walls of certain yeasts, especially baker's yeast Saccharomyces...

Infant Formula Alle ansehen

Infant formula, also known as baby milk, is an alternative nutrition option for infants whose mothers cannot or choose not...
  • PRE-Milk

    PRE-Milk is a specialized infant formula designed to mimic the unique nutrient profiles and benefits of breast milk as closely...
  • 1st Milk (Initial Milk)

    1st stage milk, also known as "initial milk", is an infant formula developed for babies from birth to about the...
  • Follow-on milk

    Follow-on milk, also known as second stage milk, is a specially developed infant formula for babies from the sixth month...
  • 3rd Stage Milk (Toddler Milk)

    3rd Stage Milk, also known as “Toddler Milk”, is a specially developed milk formula for children from the first year...
  • HA milk (Hypoallergenic infant formula)

    HA milk, short for hypoallergenic infant formula, is a special form of baby food designed to reduce the risk of...