The concern with bisphenol-A coatings used in some packaging is the potential migration of bisphenol-A into canned foods. Health concerns related to bisphenol-A have recently been reported because of bisphenol-A’s endocrine-disrupting properties, particularly the estrogen pathway.¹ Bisphenol-A is used in the epoxy resin that coats the inside of some metal cans. This coating helps to prevent corrosion of the can, contamination of the canned food from dissolved metals, and bacterial contamination causing spoilage of the food. Thus, the coating helps to maintain the food product’s quality and taste and aids in extending shelf life.

Baby’s Only Organic® formula canisters and re-closeable plastic lids are uncoated and do not contain bisphenol-A. However, the can’s “easy-open” metal top contains an epoxy-based interior coating that may contain trace amounts of unreacted bisphenol-A. It is highly unlikely that any detectable amount of bisphenol-A would migrate from the easy-open top into Baby’s Only Organic® formulas. This is especially true considering there is minimal contact between the powder and the easy-open top during processing and distribution. Once the formula is opened, the easy-open metal top is discarded.

The greater risk of BPA migration has been found to be related to heat exposure during processing.² BPA migration appears to be most often associated with liquid ready-to-feed and concentrated formulas sold in cans where high processing temperatures are used once the liquid formula is sealed in the can. High temperatures are needed during canning of liquid formulas to achieve product sterility and prevent botulism or the growth of other microorganisms that would lead to spoilage. The presence of high processing temperatures is thought to provoke a migration of the bisphenol-A into liquid formula. The canisters used for Baby’s Only Organic® are NOT hot-filled. Baby’s Only Organic® powder formula cans are filled at room temperature and then vacuum sealed.

As always, Nature’s One® will continue to work with its suppliers to identify the safest packaging and most nutritious ingredients available.

From our investigation on this matter, we have found there are varying conclusions based on the results of many studies. To help you in your research efforts, we are providing a link to the Environmental Working Group website, http://www.ewg.org, as well as a Fact Sheet provided by The Inter-Industry Group for Light Metal Packaging.

1. Kuehn, B. “Expert panels weigh bisphenol-A risks,” JAMA. 2007; 298: 1499-1503.

2. Goodson, A. et al. “Survey of bisphenol A and bisphenol F in canned foods.” Food Addit Contam. 2002; 19: 796-802.

The philosophy at Nature’s One is to promote breast milk for infants the first year of life when possible. Our philosophy is in accordance with the World Health Organization's Code of Marketing Breast Milk Substitutes. Baby’s Only Organic^® is suggested for a baby 12-months and older. For infants less than 12-months, use as directed by a healthcare professional. Baby's Only Organic^® has complete nutrition - nothing is missing, nor is it concentrated. For any age baby, mix the formula according to label instructions. Nature’s One^® recommends that you print the nutritional comparison chart below and present it to your doctor before changing your baby's diet.

Dairy Nutritional Comparison
Organic Formula Nutritional Comparison

• Using a chart below, pour desired amount of water into bottle then add an unpacked, level measuring spoon of powder. Warning: Do not use a microwave oven to warm formula.
• Cap bottle; shake well until powder is completely dissolved.
• Feed immediately. Discard leftover formula after feeding or formula that is unrefrigerated for 1 hour or longer.

• Cover prepared formula and refrigerate; use within 48-hours to preserve vitamins.
• Cover opened can with lid and store in cool, dry place; use within one month of opening.
• Store unopened cans at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.

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The rationale for the cow milk based formula is that the protein source is whey and casein, which are the types of protein found also in human milk. Lactalbumin (whey) is one of the types of protein found in cow and human milk.

Lactose found in cow milk is also important for calcium and phosphorous absorption. Lactose intolerance and milk protein sensitivity occurs in less than 2% of the infant population. Therefore, only a small percentage of infants may have difficulty with cow milk and may need the baby’s healthcare professional to recommend a non-dairy formula such as Baby’s Only Organic^® SOY Formula.

The nutrient composition of cow’s milk is specific to a baby calf and not to a human baby. Cow’s milk has a higher level of protein to meet the rapid growth needs of calves. This level, called the renal solute load, is too high for a human baby and could overload a baby’s kidneys resulting in serious health problems. It is harder to digest and could also cause intestinal blood loss. Cow’s milk contains butterfat which is a very saturated fat and also more difficult to digest. As is commonly known, animal saturated fat contributes to heart disease. Butterfat also does not provide the appropriate amounts or balance of essential fatty acids. Although the carbohydrate in cow’s milk is lactose, the same type of carbohydrate in mother’s milk, the level is lower than in breast milk. Cow’s milk is also deficient in iron, which could result in iron deficiency anemia. It is also lacking in copper, Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

Human breast milk is the ideal food for a human baby. For those infants who cannot or do not receive breast milk, the first choice of formula is a dairy-based formula, like Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula, made from cow’s milk that has been modified to better suit the nutrient needs of a baby. Human milk serves as the model for the composition of an infant formula, but formulas at present still do not contain many of the unique compositional features of breast milk. Breast milk contains hormones, immunologic agents, essential fatty acids, and enzymes to help with digestion.

Modifications that are now made in cow’s milk to make an infant formula closer in nutrient composition to breast milk include:

• Reducing the protein content. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula is made with organic non-fat dried cow’s milk at appropriate levels for an infant or toddler.
• Replacing the butterfat in cow’s milk, which is highly saturated, to a proper mixture of vegetable oils that provide the appropriate balance of saturated fats, monounsaturated fats, and polyunsaturated fats. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula is made with organic high oleic sunflower oil, organic coconut oil, and organic soybean oil. This blend also provides the correct balance of the essential fatty acids linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid needed by the body to make DHA and ARA. These fatty acids are important for brain function and visual acuity.
• Adding appropriate carbohydrates to bring the total carbohydrate content closer to mother’s milk. The carbohydrate composition of Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula consists of 40% organic brown rice syrup and 60 % naturally occurring lactose which comes in with the organic non-fat dried cow’s milk.
• Adding some vitamins and minerals in the appropriate amounts needed by an infant to grow and develop.

Although human milk and cow’s milk contain cholesterol, formulas at present do not contain cholesterol until additional research is done to document the safety and efficacy of doing so.

Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula contains all of the nutrients in the appropriate amounts needed for an infant and toddler to grow and develop and is preferred over cow’s milk during early childhood. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula fully complies with the nutrient composition requirements of the U. S. Infant Formula Act enacted by the government to ensure that infants receive safe and appropriate infant formulas. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula also meets the guidelines of the Academy of Pediatrics on nutrient composition of infant formulas.

If a parent is considering use of whole cow’s milk because of difficulties with formula or for cost reasons, this may signal a greater importance to seek guidance and receive proper nutritional advice appropriate for an infant. Consult the infant’s healthcare professional for advice.

In the United States, goat’s milk is gaining popularity because goats eat less and occupy less grazing space than cows and also because goat’s milk is thought to be more easily digested and less allergenic than cow’s milk. Although goat’s milk may theoretically have some advantages over cow’s milk when it comes to allergies, scientific studies have not found a decreased incidence of allergy with goat’s milk.¹ Just like cow’s milk has a nutrient profile needed to support a growing calf, the composition of goat’s milk meets the needs of a growing goat kid, but not that of a human baby.

Goat’s milk has a slightly higher protein content and more potassium, phosphorus, sodium and chloride than cow’s milk. These amounts (known as the renal solute load) found in both goat’s milk and cow’s milk are higher than found in human milk and could overload an infant’s developing kidneys and result in serious health problems. Goat’s milk acidosis has been reported in the scientific literature and is most likely a result of the high protein level.² There are questions too about the possible insufficient levels of the amino acids tryptophan and cysteine in goat’s milk.³ Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins needed to make body cells and organs.

The fat in goat’s milk is lower in essential fatty acids than cow’s milk. The types of fats in goat’s milk differ from both cow’s milk and human milk. Goat’s milk butterfat, just like butterfat from cow’s milk, is an animal fat that is more difficult to digest than the fat in human milk. As is commonly known, saturated animal fat can contribute to heart disease. Goat’s milk does not contain the types or amounts of saturated fat, monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat of human milk. The right proportion of these fats is necessary to ensure brain, organ, and tissue development. Fat is also used for energy to fuel a baby’s growth, along with carbohydrates.

The type of carbohydrate in goat’s milk is lactose, similar to human milk and cow’s milk, but like cow’s milk it is lower than the amount of lactose found in human milk. Carbohydrates are needed for energy to fuel growth during early childhood.

Goat’s milk is deficient in iron, folic acid and Vitamin B6, all nutrients needed during early childhood to prevent anemia.

Goat’s milk should not be used as a substitute for an infant formula or as a supplement to breast milk. Like cow’s milk, goat’s milk can cause intestinal irritation and anemia.

Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula is based on modified cow’s milk and has been formulated to ensure the correct balance of all nutrients for an infant. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula fully complies with the nutrient composition requirements of the U.S. Infant Formula Act enacted by the government to ensure that infants receive safe and appropriate infant formulas. Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy Formula also meets the guidelines of the Academy of Pediatrics on nutrient composition of infant formulas.

Infant formulas are designed to be as close to mother’s milk as possible to provide the appropriate nutrition for babies during the all important first year of life. Of course, mother’s milk is always the preferred feeding and infant formulas are available for those situations when breast milk is unavailable. The appropriate amounts and balance of nutrients in the first year are critical to good growth and development.

If a parent is considering use of goat’s milk because baby is having difficulty with formulas, this may signal a greater importance to seek guidance and receive proper nutritional advice appropriate for an infant. Consult the infant’s healthcare professional for advice.

1.http://www.dh.gov.uk

2. Hendriksz, C. J., Walter, J. H. “Feeding infants undiluted goat’s milk can mimic Tyrosinaemia type I,” Acta Paediatr 2004, Apr; 93 (4): 552-553.

3.http://www.efsa.europa.eu

Baby’s Only Organic^® is an iron-fortified nutritional formula that provides the essential vitamins, minerals, protein, essential fatty-acids and carbohydrates needed to support your baby's continued growth and development. Baby’s Only Organic^® is recommended for baby's 12-months or older. For use with infants less than 12-months of age, please consult a health care provider (i.e. pediatrician, nutritionist, dietitian, homeopath, naturopath, etc).

For mothers who are breast feeding a baby older than 12-months of age, Baby’s Only Organic^® can be used to supplement breast milk or substitute breast milk feedings as needed. Baby’s Only Organic^® can also be reconstituted according to package directions and used to mix cereals for the baby at any age.

Baby’s Only Organic^® has been formulated according to the nutritional requirements as defined in the law called the Infant Formula Act. It is nutritionally comparable to other formulas on the market.

Dairy Nutritional Comparison

Soy Nutritional Comparison

Nutritional Comparison to Organic Brands

There are two basic groupings of fatty acids called (1) essential fatty acids or “precursor fats” (as found in Baby’s Only Organic^® pediatric formulas) and (2) non-essential fatty acids which can also be “preformed fats” (as found in Baby’s Only Essentials^® DHA and ARA Fatty Acid Supplement*).

Baby’s Only Organic^® pediatric formulas contain two essential (precursor) fats: Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) and Linoleic Acid (LA). Alpha-Linolenic and Linoleic fatty acids are called “essential” because the human body cannot make these fats and therefore it is essential to derive them from food sources. Alpha-Linolenic Acid is an omega-3 used by the body to make Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA). Linoleic Acid is an omega-6 used by the body to make Arachidonic Acid (ARA). DHA and ARA are called “non-essential” fatty acids because full-term, healthy infants, children, and adults can manufacture these from Alpha-Linolenic and Linoleic fatty acids.

Baby’s Only Essentials^® DHA and ARA Fatty Acid Supplement is made with preformed DHA and ARA long-chain fatty acids. This means the fats are already available in their final forms and the body does not need to manufacture from precursor fats, Alpha-Linolenic and Linoleic fatty acids.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Dug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Yes, Baby’s Only Organic^® Dairy and SOY formula are Certified Organic by OneCert. OneCert is a USDA approved government agency, similar to Quality Assurance International (QAI). For more information about OneCert refer to their website at www.onecert.net. OneCert also complies with the new USDA National Organic Standards Program.

Dairy Nutritional Comparison

Soy Nutritional Comparison

Nutritional Comparison to Organic Brands

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) announced in the Journal of Pediatrics (May 2001; 107: pp 1210-1213) a warning to parents not to give young infants fruit juice as a means of increasing Vitamin C and water intake. “There is no nutritional indication to feed juice to infants younger than 6 months.” Those parents who give juice to children younger than six months risk undermining their health in the long run.

The AAP attributes child obesity to the excess consumption of calories from beverages. Dental health can also be affected. For infants over 6 months of age, no more than 4 to 6 ounces of juice per day should be fed. Also, to prevent dental caries, juice should be fed from a cup and the infant or toddler should not go to bed with a bottle or be allowed to carry the juice around throughout the day. The committee also recommends parents limit juice intake to just 4-6 ounces per day for children ages 1 year to 6 years old.

Furthermore, too much fruit juice will cause increase risk of diarrhea and stomach pain. In the most acute cases, it can cause malnutrition in infants. Baby's Only Organic^® formula is a better choice than juice since it provides vitamins, minerals, protein, essential fatty acids, iron, calcium as well as being a great source of carbohydrates.

Carbohydrates

Brand	Carbohydrate Source
Baby’s Only Organic®	40% Organic Brown Rice Syrup & 60% Naturally Occurring Organic Lactose
Manufactured by PBM:    Earth’s Best®    Wal-Mart® Brand    All Store Brands	Organic Lactose
Similac® Organic	Organic Maltodextrin, Organic Sugar from Evaporated Cane Juice

Baby’s Only Organic^® Toddler Formula uses organic brown rice syrup as its carbohydrate source in addition to naturally occurring organic lactose. Rice is one of the first solid foods fed to a baby, so there is no concern over its use as it is easily tolerated. Lactose has not been added to the formula; however, the cows milk used in Baby's Only Organic^® does naturally contain lactose. Earth’s Best^® and the Wal-Mart^® formulas contain added lactose for carbohydrate, which may cause some concern if a baby is sensitive to lactose. Too much lactose can overwhelm the baby’s ability to digest the milk-sugar and cause gassiness, bloating and a very unhappy baby. If the parents are milk sensitive, consult with the baby’s healthcare professional and a non-dairy formula may be recommended such as Baby’s Only Organic^® SOY formula.

Carbohydrates are one of the crucial dietary sources of energy that supports the brain, enables muscular contractions, and provides the fuel necessary for a baby’s rapid growth through 24-months of age. So it is important for a child to get plenty of carbohydrates from good sources. Baby’s Only Organic^® source of carbohydrate comes from organic brown rice syrup that requires minimal processing and offers the benefits of slower digestion and absorption of complex sugars that provide a steady supply of energy to a baby.

Organic lactose and evaporated cane juice are simple sugars. Simple carbohydrates are quickly digested and absorbed into the bloodstream, increasing insulin levels. A more complex carbohydrate, such as organic brown rice syrup used in Baby’s Only Organic^® formulas, requires more time for digestion resulting in slower and steadier absorption of the carbohydrates into the blood stream and a more constant production of insulin.

Essential Fatty Acids

Brand	Linoleic Acid (per 100 kcal)	Alpha-Linolenic (per 100 kcal)
Baby’s Only Organic®	1000mg	128mg
Manufactured by PBM:    Earth’s Best®    Wal-Mart® Brand    All Store Brands	750mg	60mg
Similac® Organic	860mg	Not Stated

Earth’s Best^®, the Wal-Mart^® Brand, and Similac^® Organic are lower in the essential fatty acid, Linoleic Acid; the Alpha-Linolenic fatty acid composition is lower or not stated on the formula labels. These precursor fats are important for the body to convert to DHA & ARA and are critical to brain and eye retina development. In fact, the makers of Similac supported a study¹ comparing breast fed infants to three formulas described below:

• A formula containing no added DHA & ARA, but contained higher levels of linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid similar to Baby’s Only Organic^® Toddler Formula.
• Two formulas supplemented with synthetic DHA and ARA that contained lower levels of linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid.

The results of this study did NOT support adding synthetic DHA & ARA to formula that contained the higher levels of linoleic acid and alpha-linolenic acid. However, Nature's One^® recognizes that some babies may not be as efficient at converting linoleic and alpha-linolenic acid and recommends supplementation with Baby's Only Essentials^® DHA & ARA. The synthetic DHA & ARA used to supplement Earth's Best^®, the Wal-Mart^® Brand, and Similac^® Organic infant formulas are treated with hexane solvents, acid and bleach during the manufacturing process.

It is best to compare pediatric formulas using a 100-calorie serving, which is approximately 5-ounces of formula. So over the course of a day of feedings totaling 28oz, a baby consuming Baby’s Only Organic^® would receive 1,400mg MORE linoleic acid and 380mg MORE alpha-linolenic fatty acid when compared to Earth’s Best^® infant formulas. Remember, just because a formula is organic does not necessarily insure it is nutritionally advanced. Baby’s Only Organic^® takes advantage of modern nutritional science.

1. Austed, N. et al, “Growth and development in term infants fed long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids: A double-masked, randomized, parallel, prospective, multivariate study,” Pediatrics (108); 2:372-381.

DHA & ARA Fatty Acids

Brand	DHA Fatty Acid
Baby’s Only Organic®	Sold separately as Baby’s Only Essentials® DHA & ARA Supplement
Manufactured by PBM:    Earth’s Best®    Wal-Mart® Brand    All Store Brands	Martek's DHASCO/ARASCO C. cohnii oil (algae) & M. alpina oil (fungus)
Similac® Organic	Martek's DHASCO/ARASCO C. cohnii oil (algae) & M. alpina oil (fungus)

Baby’s Only Essentials^® DHA & ARA Fatty Acid Supplement is available for parents who would like to take precautionary measures to help ensure their baby has sufficient levels of DHA and ARA. The DHA and ARA in Baby’s Only Essentials^® fatty acid supplement are naturally derived from egg phospholipids (egg yolk) using a gentle aqueous (water) process. Egg phospholipids, like those found in Baby’s Only Essentials^® DHA & ARA have been used in clinical studies with infants over the past decade. One recent study showed that egg phospholipids are more efficiently absorbed than other sources (fish oil and fungal oil).¹ Egg phospholipids contain Choline, an important nutrient needed for the production of neurotransmitters and development of the memory center in the brain. Egg phospholipids also contain cholesterol, used by the body to manufacture Vitamin D, various needed hormones and bile acid. Cholesterol is also an important component in cell membranes. Baby’s Only Essentials^® DHA and ARA Fatty Acid Supplement is a well understood and a safe source of DHA and ARA that can be added to Baby’s Only Organic^® Toddler Formulas or to foods as a child grows older.

Earth's Best^®, Similac Organic^®, and Wal-Mart^® use a novel synthetic source of DHA and ARA for their infant formulas. Our company does not like the source or the extraction process for vegetarian fatty acids. The C. cohnii oil (algae) and M. alpina oil (fungus) used in the organic and conventional infant formulas are treated with hexane solvents, acid and bleach.² We also know that vegetarian sources are a relatively new/novel source of fatty acids and there may be much to learn on the efficacy of these fatty acids. We share some of the same concerns addressed by the FDA when these oils were first submitted for review (FDA report is available upon request). For that reason, Nature's One^® developed its DHA & ARA product using egg phospholipid, which has been naturally derived and consumed by humans long before the first "chicken or the egg" riddle was posed.

1. Gil, A., et al, "Role of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in infant nutrition," European Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2003)57, Suppl 1, S31-34.

2. Sam Zeller, Ph.D. - Martek Biosciences Corporation, Food & Drug Administration Agency Response Letter, GRAS Notice No. GRN 000137

Kosher

Brand	Kosher Status
Baby’s Only Organic® Dairy	Kosher
Baby’s Only Organic® SOY	Kosher Pareve
Manufactured by PBM:    Earth’s Best®    Wal-Mart® Brand    All Store Brands	Kosher
Similac® Organic	Kosher

Baby’s Only Organic^® Toddler Formula is certified Kosher by Orthodox Union (O-U). The kosher symbol, O-U, is located on the front portion of the label. A current Kosher Certificate is available upon request.

Vegetable Oils

Brand	Vegetable Oils
Baby’s Only Organic®	Organic High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Organic Soybean Oil & Organic Coconut Oil
Manufactured by PBM:    Earth’s Best®    Wal-Mart® Brand    All Store Brands	Organic Vegetable Oils (Palm or Palm Olein, High Oleic (Safflower or Sunflower), Coconut, Soybean)
Similac® Organic	Organic High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Organic Soy Oil, Organic Coconut Oil

Some formulas, such as Earth's Best^®, the Parents Choice^® Wal-Mart^® brand, and Enfamil^® use palm olein oil as part of the fat blend in their formulas. Palm olein oil is made from palm oil. Unfortunately clinical studies have proven the use of palm olein oil as a predominant fat source in infant formulas causes some babies to poorly absorb calcium resulting in lower bone mineralization.^{1, 2} When palm olein oil is provided in the formula, calcium soaps (calcium in fat) are formed in the gut. These calcium soaps prevent the absorption of fat and calcium in the gut and can also result in harder stool formation³ or constipation.

Almost 90% of all palm oil is produced in Indonesia and Malaysia at oil-palm plantations. This has resulted in widespread deforestation, destruction of rain forests, and putting the survival of some animals at risk. The razing by burning of tropical rain forests to make way for oil-palm plantations also results in the release of large amounts of greenhouse gas into the atmosphere.⁴

Baby’s Only Organic^® Toddler Formulas contain no palm olein oil and no palm oil. Instead, Baby’s Only Organic^® formulas contain a blend of organic oils: Organic High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Organic Soybean Oil and Organic Coconut Oil. Baby’s Only Organic^® vegetable oils are expeller-pressed, which is a squeezing process to extract the oil from the organic plants. No harsh chemicals are used to produce the vegetable oils.

1. Koo, W.W.K., et al, “Reduced bone mineralization in infants fed palm olein-containing formula: A randomized, double-blinded, prospective trial.” Pediatrics 2003; 111:1007-1023.

2. Kennedy, K. et al, “Double-blinded, randomized trial of a synthetic triacylglycerol in formula-fed term infants: Effects on stool biochemistry, stool characteristics, and bone mineralization.” Am J Clin Nutr 1999; 70:920-927.

3. Nelson, S.E. et al, “Absorption of fat and calcium by infants fed a milk-based formula containing palm olein.” J Am Coll Nutr 17: 327-332.

4. Brown, Ellie and Jacobson, Michael F. Cruel Oil. Washington, D.C.: Center for Science in the Public Interest, May, 2005.

Taurine, Selenium & Iron

Baby's Only Organic^® formulas do contain taurine, selenium and iron, similar to conventional formulas.

Taurine, an amino acid normally present in breast milk, has been shown to play a role in retinal development, among others. Cow and soy milks do not contain adequate amounts of the amino acid.

Selenium is a mineral important for proper formation of red blood cells, development of skeletal muscle and proper growth. Selenium, too, is normally present in breast milk, but lacking in cow and soy milks. Baby's Only Organic^® contains added taurine and selenium.

Iron is added at the level recommended by the Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition. Inappropriate dietary iron could result in anemia, weakness, muscle fatigue, abnormal gastrointestinal motility, and a reduction of cognitive ability. This reduction in cognition has been shown to be irreversible, even once a normal iron level is retained.

Nucleotides

Baby’s Only Organic^® Dairy Formula contains naturally occurring nucleotides found in organic dairy protein. Nature’s One^® believes this is adequate to meet the growth and development needs of children. These organic nucleotides are not declared on Baby’s Only Organic’s label because it is not an ingredient addition - instead they occur naturally as mentioned.

Nutritional science and the medical community have not determined if there are any added benefits for added nucleotides - especially since all are synthetically derived. The American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Nutrition weighs-in on this subject as well commenting that “...additional studies are needed to understand the mechanism of action, confirm clinical endpoints, and monitor the long-term effects of adding nucleotides to infant formula.”

Reference: Committee on Nutrition, Pediatric Nutrition Handbook, 5th edition, American Academy of Pediatrics, pg 618.

Most importantly, nucleotides added to commercial infant formulas are derived by synthetic, non-organic methods. There are presently no organic or natural sources for nucleotides that are isolated from organic milk. We are therefore concerned about the harmful effects of the chemicals used to process nucleotides and the synthetic source of nucleotides; especially since the benefits of their addition have not been clearly demonstrated.

The Cornucopia Institute rated 68 suppliers of organic milk in accordance to their compliance with the USDA organic certification laws and ethics of the organic industry. Milk suppliers can receive as high as a “5 cow rating” or as low as a “1 cow rating”.
Complete listing

The Cornucopia Institute rated the organic milk supplier for Nature’s One^® as “excellent” or a “4 cow rating”. Cornucopia described the “excellent” brands as “highly respected and source their milk from family-scale farms.” In contrast, other organic formulas are using milk from sources described as “giant agribusiness” and are assigned a “1 cow rating” and store brand organic milk products have received a “2 cow rating.”

Nature's One^® Rating

Nature's One^® purchases its organic nonfat milk from farmer-owned cooperatives. You can be assured that the cows raised on these farms graze in high-quality pastures. The result of quality pastures is healthy cows and high quality organic milk. The Cornucopia Institute gave Nature's One^® organic milk suppliers an "excellent" or a "4 cow rating". Cornucopia described the "excellent" rated organic dairy farms as "highly respected and source their milk from family-scale farms."

As family operated organic dairy farmers are nudged out of operation by big business factory farming, parents need to become savvy organic shoppers. The goal of USDA organic certification is to assure consumers that organic products meet the strict requirements as defined in the USDA organic laws. However, the bureaucracy of government and power of corporate dollars are quickly changing the organic dairy industry. Concerned parents need to look beyond the USDA organic seal and consider the living conditions of the cattle producing organic milk and what this means to their family’s nutrition.

The two primary issues of concern are the factory farms inability to provide pastures for cows to graze and their practice of selling unproductive calves and replacing them with more mature, conventional cattle.
Cornucopia’s Organic Dairy Report (PDF)