European baby formulas are easier than ever to have delivered to homes in the US and families are making the straightforward choice to switch from big brand formulas due to better nutrition and less toxic ingredients.

With a little research it can be easy to find the major differences between European and American brands, but what about when you find the same powdered formulas sold by both European distributors and over the counter in the US?

Is this the same nutrition? Are the ingredients regulated the same? Let us take a close look at a well-known brand to see if there are differences that truly matter.

Kabrita baby formulas can be found in both America and in Europe. When we compare the minor and major differences, we can see that they may have the same manufacturer but are not created equally.

Understanding the differences between US vs EU infant nutrition regulations is a wonderful place to start.

European formulas are created to mimic breast milk closely. From the sweet mild taste to the micronutrients, European formulas are as close to nature as possible.

Animal-based milk as the main ingredient gives babies the protein and energy they need for healthy growth and development without added sugars or other toxic ingredients.

European Union (EU) regulators set guidelines for all infant formulas in the European baby formula market and ensure they keep your infant healthy.

The EU has more restrictive rules than the American counterpart, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Carefully laying out each detail of what can be included and what has to be excluded from farm to bottle at every stage of your child's nutritional well-being is the number one priority.

Starting from birth through the toddler years, the European formula considers the first years as the most important and that your child's nutritional needs change from month to month and are based on stages and developmental needs, not lumped together by year.

European infant nutrition regulations also prohibit the use of GMOs, preservatives, and additives in the formula and have standards on the farms and harvesting of the baby formula ingredients which prohibit the use of pesticides and chemicals.

Unfortunately, US regulations only put minimums on these poisons, but do not forbid the use.

Just like European baby formulas, the American versions are meant to emulate breast milk in a baby’s diet, but there are a few key differences to note.

To start with, the FDA sets extremely basic guidelines on what must be included and very minimally about what has to be left out.

American formulas are often filled with additives such as non-lactose sweeteners that are not only cost saving measurements but can be detrimental to your baby's health.

High fructose corn syrup, or sucrose, is often found as the main ingredient in American formulas and can cause a lifetime of worries.

Perhaps the most overused additive in American baby formula is soy. Found in most big brands, this ingredient is not safe and can actually cause harm in your baby's short- and long-term physical state.

Soy blocks absorption of important vitamins and minerals such as zinc, which is critical in developing babies.

Most American formula containing soy have levels up to 4,500 times the phytoestrogens than found in cow’s milk or breastmilk.

Phytoestrogens are extremely potent human endocrine disruptors that have a binding effect to the estrogen receptors found in both females and males.

According to calculations made by the Swiss Federal Health Service, “soy infant formula provides the hormonal equivalent of three to five birth control pills per day which can alter the body’s endocrine system and potentially interfere with normal hormonal development.”

With overwhelming evidence that this one ingredient can cause so much potential damage in your little one's body, the EU chooses to leave it out of all European formulas and makes you question why it is allowed in US infant nutrition at all.

Now that we have a look at the difference in expectations in each country's infant nutrition regulations, let us take a closer look at the individual ingredients that go into Kabrita Netherlands and Kabrita US baby formulas.

Weighing the standards, ingredients, and options, the obvious choice is - Kabrita Goat Milk, Netherlands.

Offering A2 nutrition to support the first days of life, moments of exploration, and the toddler years, European Kabrita Goat milk formula offers the very best nutrition without soy, additives, or unwanted chemicals.

This powdered formula is especially designed with a great taste and smell that baby love and digestive and nutritional health parents appreciate.

Choosing the ideal formula to ensure the healthy growth and analytical progress for your baby can be a difficult choice, thankfully My Organic Company is here to help.

With only pure, clean baby formula held to the highest in European infant nutrition standards, you are guaranteed that every bottle is exactly what your baby needs to meet each milestone.

For more information on Kabrita Goat Milk Baby formula or any of our other powdered formulas, reach out to our team of European baby formula experts. We can help you find the perfect nutrition to meet your little one’s digestive and developmental needs.