Now Complan is sold as Dairy based Beverage Mix (Proprietary Food)
The Story Of Complan
The origin of the brand goes back to around 1942, during Second World War, when Complan was developed as means to provide complete nutrition to soldiers during battle where they carried very limited dry ration.
The concept was so popular and successful that eventually Complan was also recommended as a meal replacement for patients with problems in food intake. In India the concept was developed as a Complete nourishment for Children aged 6-14 years as a supplementary Food. Complan is now sold as Dairy based Beverage Mix (Proprietary Food), it’s a Nutrition drink for children. It has been now more than 5 decades since Complan became a trusted part of the Indian households. And it has been now more than 5 decades since Complan became a trusted part of Indian households.
SCIENCE SAYS YES TO COMPLAN
Worried about your child not getting enough nutrition?
Trying to convince your child to eat something other than what he likes so that he doesn't miss out on nutrition ? You're not alone!
Moms know the importance of a healthy meal filled with nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates, proteins, and fats for their children & try everything to get them to eat a nutritious and balanced meal.
But, sometimes children are fussy and just too distracted to care about their food. They tend to miss on complete nutrition due to these reasons inspite of your best efforts. And we all know that kids are going to be kids, they are not going to change.
Then, how should you fulfil your kid’s nutrition needs? Just add a cup of Complan which has been scientifically formulated for children, keeping in mind Indian RDA guidelines and contains 34 vital nutrients including 100% first class protein. You can be rest assured that your children are getting their complete nutrition with Complan and your delicious home cooked food!
How does Complan help in overall growth of your child?
Complan has been scientifically formulated, for growing children keeping in mind Indian RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) for children. Complan contains 34 Vital nutrients like Iron, Iodine , Vitamins and power of 100% Milk protein. It's clinically proven formula supports memory and concentration# & delivers 2X faster growth#.
1. Complan is a nutrition & health drink with clinically proven formula that supports memory and concentration# & delivers 2X faster growth#.
2. Contains has high quality 100% milk protein which is a high quality protein which means it gets highly absorbed in the body.
3. The essential nutrients in Complan also give your child stronger bones, supports immunity and aid cognitive development.
Dairy Based Beverage Mi (1.1.2), Proprietary Food Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet.
BALANCED MACRONUTRIENTS
Carbohydrates, Fats and Proteins are the three macronutrients that the body uses in relatively large amounts since they are the source of energy needed for its regular activity. Complan provides balanced nutrition in lines with WHO recommendation of % energy from macronutrients for a balanced diet.
Proteins play a key role in many body functions like building and repairing tissues in the muscles, skin, organs, bones, nails & hair and also acts as a source of energy. Of the 20 amino acids, that makes up protein, the body can produce only 11. The remaining 9 amino acids can not be produced by body and must come from food, that is the reason they are also known as the Essential Amino Acids (EAA)
40% of Protein RDA*
Food Sources for Protein
Dairy Based Beverage Mix (1.1.2), Proprietary Food. Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet. *2 serves of Complan in a day meets 40% of Protein Recommended Daily Allowance for a 7-9 year old child. 1 serve of Complan = 33g Complan + 150 ml water.
Compared to protein in health drinks made up of Malt and Wheat protein, milk protein in Complan is a superior quality protein with 3 TIMES BETTER DIASS score
Here are the advantages of milk protein in comparison to plant protein:
Plant Protein
Milk Protein
Lacks one or two essential Amino Acids
Complete Protein - contains all 9 EAA
Lower digestibility
Higher digestibility
Wheat Protein DIASS Score* (43) Barley protein DIASS score* (51)
Better Quality Protein DIASS Score* of 143
Quality of protein is determined by its essential amino composition, digestibility and bio availability of its amino acid, as per FAO(Food and Agriculture)/WHO (World Health Organization)^ DIAAS (Digestible Indispensable Amino Acid score) is used to access the quality of protein. A DIAAS over 100 Indicates high digestibility and excellent quality of protein.
Dairy Based Beverage Mix (1.1.2), Proprietary Food. ^Food and Agriculture Organization/World Health Organization (1990). Protein quality evaluation; report of the joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 52, Rome, Italy.
Fat is a multi-tasking macronutrient that is an important part of a healthy and balanced diet. Fat is used by the body as an energy source, storage and carrier for fat-soluble vitamins like Vit A , E, D and K, for production of hormones and as protection for our organs thus making them an important part of our nutrition. There are 2 source of dietary fat i.e. Invisible fat, present in plant and animal foods (e.g. Nuts, Whole Milk etc.) while the visible fat that comes from oils, ghee, butter etc.
Dairy Based Beverage Mix (1.1.2), Proprietary Food. Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet. *2 serves of Complan in a day meets 24% RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) of Fats for a 7-9 year old child. 1 serve of Complan = 33g Complan + 150 ml water.
A major component of our diet and the body’s main fuel source, Carbohydrates like starches, sugar are broken down into glucose and are the preferred source of energy for body cells including muscles, brain etc. Growing children need more calories per kg body weight than adults, hence they need carbohydrates to grow, remain alert and stay active through the day. Complan contains more than 50% skimmed milk powder, which contributes as a major source of the unique and natural carbohydrate of milk “Lactose”.
Dairy Based Beverage Mix (1.1.2), Proprietary Food. Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet.
Complan is enriched with 34 Vital nutrients which includes 31 micronutrients that are needed in relatively small quantities by the body but are critical for growth as they support bone health, immunity, brain development and fluid balance in the body. Complan also provides 13 vitamins, 14 minerals, and 4 other important nutrients like taurine, carnitine, choline and inositol.
Calcium
Calcium is a major component of bones. It is needed for building strong bones
Vitamin d
Supports absorption of calcium
Phosphorus
Makes bones healthy and strong
Vitamin k
Binds calcium to bones
BONE HEALTH NUTRIENTS
Having strong bones in childhood lays the foundation for overall bone health throughout their life. Complan is fortified with five bone health nutrients which include minerals like Calcium, Phosphorus, Magnesium Vit D and Vit K, to support strong bones. Milk powder is a major ingredient of Complan; it is also known that minerals like Calcium and Phosphorus from milk are highly bioavailable forms which translate to better absorption by the body.
Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Creative visualization, Complan product do not contain fruits and vegetables.
Vitamin a
Enables the proper functioning of the immune system and all the organs
Vitamin e
A known antioxidant and Helps prevent cell damage. Boosts body immunity against infections
Zinc and Selenium
Enables optimum immune response and influences functions of the immune system
Vitamin c
Fights infections in the body and increases the body’s ability to heal wounds
Pro-immunity Nutrients
Children with good immunity are less prone to infections and are more likely to reach their growth potential with the right nutrition. Complan has pro-immunity nutrients like Vit A, C, E, Zinc and Selenium supporting the immune function of your child.
Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet.
Neuro Nutrients
Iron and Iodine
Supports brain development and functioning. Iodine also maintains thyroid hormones
Vitamin B12
Plays a crucial role in normal functions of the brain and nervous system
Choline
Helps in various brain cell functions such as muscle control & memory
Folic acid
Important nutrient for neurological development and function
Most often, incomplete nutrition affects a child’s overall cognitive development, which results in poor memory and lower concentration. Complan contains 6 Neuro nutrients – Iodine, Iron, Vit B12, Folic Acid, Zinc and Choline which supports brain development.
Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Creative visualization, Complan/product do not contain fruits and vegetables. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet.
Your child’s eating habits play a pivotal role in growth and development which is why it is often advised to make sure their diet is nutritionally rich and balanced. Adding Complan to their daily diet will give them ample nutrition for good height and weight.
^Refers to the outcome of a clinical study amongst 800 children over 12 months, published in Ind. J. Nutr. Dietet., (2008), 45, 449, 495 comparing kids who consume usual diet vs. kids who consume usual diet plus 2 recommended serve (2x33 g) of Complan. The details of incremental height increase for boys and girls are given in table3: pg 453 and Table:4 pg 454. Growth and cognitive development are influenced by genetic, nutrition and environmental factors. Complan to be taken as part of daily balanced diet.
FAQs
How many times a day can you have complan?
The recommended dosage for Complan is twice a day.
What is the best time to drink complan?
You can give your kid Complan during breakfast, evening snack or even after dinner. It is recommended to have Complan along with a regular balanced diet to get complete nutrition for your child. Complan is not a meal substitute, but can be considered among the foods that builds /supports immunity for kids served on an everyday basis.
What is the maximum age to drink complan?
Complan is scientifically formulated for growing children (7-12 years of age) and can be consumed by adults too. 1 recommended serving of Complan (2 heaped tbsps = approximately 33g) provides 138 Kcal of energy. 2 servings of Complan meets 40% of the Protein Recommended Daily Allowance for a 7-9 year old.
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