FAQ

Only the NIDO® 1+ canned products contain a serving scoop. 1 scoop = 1 Tablespoon.

NIDO® 1+ is a powdered milk beverage that is specially formulated for children 1-3 years old. It contains a probiotic, 19 mg Omega-3 DHA and 13 vitamins and minerals to help support your child’s growth, development, and a healthy immune system.

NIDO® Lacto-Ease is a milk beverage for children ages 1-3 with all the same benefits as NIDO® 1+, but with reduced lactose.

NIDO® 3+ is a powdered milk beverage with 12 added vitamins and minerals to help support your child’s healthy development during preschool.

NIDO® Fortificada is a powdered whole milk beverage with added Vitamin C and Iron for healthy growth and development, for older children and the rest of the family.

NIDO® School Years is a ready-to-drink milk beverage that is specially formulated for children ages 4 and older. It is made with real milk and real fruit and contains vitamin A and zinc to help support their immune system, and vitamin D and Calcium to help build strong bones. It is also a great on-the-go alternative as it comes in a convenient pack that your little one can take wherever they go!

As your child starts gaining a little more independence, it is essential that they get the support they need to stay nourished and energized throughout the day. NIDO School Years is a great complement to a balanced diet that is specially formulated to help fill in nutritional gaps during this exciting stage.

Every part of this wholesome drink was prepared with your child’s nutrition in mind, so we made it taste great with real fruit with 40% less added sugar than other flavored milk drinks. Our delicious milk drink is made with real milk, which provides your child with 5 grams of protein.

To top it all off, we add vitamin A and zinc to help support their immune system, and vitamin D and Calcium to help build strong bones.

We know you want nothing but the best for your little one, which is why NIDO School Years is made with real milk and real fruit.

The shelf life of NIDO School Years is 6 months. For optimum quality, consume all NIDO® products before the "Best If Used By" date, printed on the top of the box.

The new NIDO 1+ has been reformulated with you and your toddler in mind. With a creamy, honey-flavored taste children love, now it has the added benefits of a probiotic that, along with vitamins A, C & D, iron and zinc, helps support their immune system, and 19 mg Omega-3 DHA that, along with iron, helps support brain development. Our newly improved powdered milk is more nutritious than ever!

Prebiotics are food ingredients that help support the growth of healthy bacteria in the digestive tract.

Probiotics are live organisms, such as bacteria, that are found naturally in humans and added to some food products such as NIDO 1+. There are many different types of probiotics. The probiotic in NIDO (Lactobacillus rhamnosus) along with vitamins A, C, D, iron and zinc help to support a healthy immune system

The shelf life of NIDO 1+, NIDO Fortificada, and NIDO 3+ is 12 months.

The shelf life of NIDO Lacto-Ease is 9 months.

For optimum quality, consume all NIDO® products before the "Best If Used By" date, printed on the bottom of the can.

NIDO® products can be found in supermarkets as well as national retailers such as Walmart and other club stores. For a location near you, please use our store locator. You can also buy it online directly.

NIDO® Kinder Deslactosado is the version of NIDO Lacto-Ease that is sold in Mexico, not in the US. NIDO® Lacto-Ease  is sold in the U.S. NIDO® Lacto-Ease has 75% less lactose than NIDO® 1+. 

All NIDO® products are made with real milk ingredients, keeping its rich taste and many of its nutritional benefits, like protein. Each product is specially formulated to provide nourishment for your toddler in a creamy, wholesome drink with gentle honey notes that they will love.

NIDO 1+ is specially made to provide your toddler, ages 1 and up, with 13 essential vitamins and minerals that help support their growth and development: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, Vitamin E, Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Thiamin¸ Selenium and Zinc. Additionally, NIDO 1+ also contains a probiotic and 19 mg Omega-3 DHA.

*As a milk-based product, NIDO 1+ has animal-based ingredients (milk). The added nutrients are synthetic. Vitamin D3 can be derived from lanolin (from sheep) or from fish.

NIDO Fortificada is specially made to provide the members of your family ages 4 and up with vitamins and minerals that help support their growth and development: Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Calcium, Iron and Zinc.

Add 4 scoops of NIDO® 1+ (or ¼ cup) to 1 cup (8 fl oz) of warm water; mix well. (1 scoop of NIDO® = 1 Tablespoon)

Add 4 scoops of NIDO® Fortificada to 1 cup (8 fl oz) of warm water; mix well.

To prevent clumping, ensure that the utensil is dry before scooping the NIDO® powder. When preparing, make sure to always add NIDO® powder to water, not the reverse.

One (1) scoop of NIDO® 1+ powdered milk beverage is equal to 1 tablespoon.

Once prepared, NIDO® toddler milk should be consumed immediately to maintain the nutrients' freshness. Whenever you need more than a day's worth of toddler milk, it is best to separate extra servings in powder form and mix right before giving them to your little one to ensure the highest level of freshness. For more helpful solutions for you and your toddler, please take a look at our Tips section. 

NIDO School Years is specially made for children ages 4 and up, providing the nutrients they need as they continue growing and gaining more independence. For younger children, try one of our equally delicious and nutritious powdered milk beverages.

NIDO® products are intended for children ages 1 year and older.

NIDO® products are not suitable for children under 1 year of age.

We recommend you consult your pediatrician regarding your child's nutritional needs.

No, NIDO® powdered milk beverage is not a baby formula. NIDO® products are only intended for children ages 1 year and older.

Doctors recommend breast milk or formula as the primary source of nutrition for children up to 1 year of age.

NESTLÉ® GERBER® makes products for children under 1 year of age. Visit their website at www.gerber.com or you can call 1-800-782-7766 to find a suitable formula for your child younger than 1 year old.

Yes, NIDO® 1+ can substitute for regular liquid milk in recipes and is a great way to incorporate NIDO® 1+ into your child’s nutrition. In recipes, substitute one (1) cup of prepared NIDO® 1+ for one (1) cup of regular liquid milk.

For more information about lactose sensitivity, talk to your pediatrician.