Nearly 40% of Filipino children may be at risk of weak immunity and poor gut health
Similac Essencia®+ with its unique blend of five HMOs (human milk oligosaccharides), BB-12 probiotics and nucleotides is designed to rebuild the immune system, strengthen the digestive system and enable children to grow, learn and thrive.
MANILA, Philippines, 28 October 2024 — Abbott today announced the launch of Similac Essencia®+, the company’s next generation of milk formula with a blend of five different HMOs (human milk oligosaccharides), BB-12 probiotics and nucleotides. This new formula provides nutrition to support children’s growth, development and overall health, including their developing brains, immune and digestive systems.
Gut health is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of overall wellness, particularly in young children. Seventy percent of the immune system resides in the gut, which is why it is crucial to support children’s developing digestive system and provide the building blocks they need from the start. The gut houses a balance of bacteria that plays an important role in overall health. However, there are instances when there aren’t enough good bacteria, which is common in children born via c-section or frequent users of antibiotics. This imbalance may put these children’s immunity at risk.
”One of the best-kept secrets in preventing illness and boosting the immune system can be found in the gut because of the strong connection between a child’s gut and their immune system,” said Dr. Jose Dimaano, Jr., nutrition medical director for Abbott in Asia Pacific. ”After delivering the first pediatric formula with HMOs in 2016, we are launching our latest formula which is specially designed to optimize gut health so we can help parents keep children healthy now and in the future.”
The new Similac Essencia+! is specially formulated with our highest levels of 5HMOs, BB-12 Probiotics, and Nucleotides to help rebuild your child’s immunity (vs other Abbott milk formulas, with balanced meals and exercise).
Abbott has pioneered research on HMOs in milk formula, supporting the first and many published studies on the addition of HMOs in pediatric formula. Since introducing the world’s first milk formula with 2′-FL HMO, the company has added four additional HMOs to its milk formula. Similac Essencia®+ with five HMOs, BB-12 probiotics and nucleotides helps restore gut balance and rebuild immunity – helping reduce infection and sick days. ,
