The science behind the shield: Similac Advance EarlyShield™

Did you know that more than 70 percent of the immune system is located in the digestive tract? So developing a strong immune system starts with creating a healthy digestive system. Similac Advance EarlyShield has our unique blend of immune-building nucleotides, prebiotics, and antioxidants, and it's closer than ever to breast milk.

About nucleotides:

Prepare your baby's immune system.

Nucleotides help prepare the immune system and help build antibodies in response to harmful germs.
Find out why they're important to your baby.

About prebiotics:

Promote development.

Recent clinical research suggests that special carbohydrates (prebiotics), can help promote or feed the good bacteria in your baby's digestive tract (these bacteria help support a strong immune system).
Learn how they help keep her healthy.

About antioxidants:

Protect cells.

Antioxidants help protect cells to keep them healthy. Special antioxidants, known as carotenoids, are found in breast milk and help support your baby's skin and eyes.
Discover how they help support your baby's cells.