Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

Aminu Ishaka; Aisha Idris; Farida Bashar

doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

Original Article
Online Published: 16 May 2026

J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 166-172

doi: 10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

Aminu Ishaka, Aisha Idris, Farida Bashar.

Abstract
Aim/Background: Infant formulas are a critical nutritional alternative for babies to meet their nutritional needs, particularly those who, for a reason, cannot be exclusively breastfed. However, sugars are frequently added, which may contribute to health problems such as adverse dental health. Several brands of infant formulas are commonly consumed in Nigeria, and their availability and popularity vary among places.
Methods: The study analysed widely consumed infant formula brands in Sokoto town, Sokoto state, My Boy Eldorin (A), NAN OptiPro (B), and Peak Baby (C) using standard biochemical assay methods: Seliwanoff’s, 3,5-Dinitrosalicylic Acid (DNSA), Benedict’s, and titrimetric.
Results: The results revealed substantial variability in the concentration of sugars (fructose, glucose, lactose, sucrose, and maltose), all of which differed significantly (p < 0.05) among the three brands except for lactose. Brand A exhibited the highest levels (mg/g) of fructose, glucose, and sucrose (318.6 ± 4.7, 418.9 ± 4.8, 610.0 ± 4.8, respectively) while Brand B had the lowest, however, it contained the highest maltose concentration (64.8 ± 0.9 mg/g).
Conclusion: There are variably high fructose, glucose, and sucrose concentrations in the studied infant formula brands. However, the observed lactose levels were broadly similar in the 3 samples. This suggests the need for continuous monitoring and regulation of infant formula composition to safeguard infant health.

Key words: Infant formulas, Sugars, Composition.

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Ishaka A, Idris A, Bashar F. Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka A, Idris A, Bashar F. Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. J Pub Health Comm Med. 2026; 5(2): 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka A, Idris A, Bashar F. Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. J Pub Health Comm Med. (2026), [cited June 06, 2026]; 5(2): 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka, A., Idris, . A. & Bashar, . F. (2026) Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. J Pub Health Comm Med, 5 (2), 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka, Aminu, Aisha Idris, and Farida Bashar. 2026. Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. Journal of Public Health and Community Medicine, 5 (2), 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka, Aminu, Aisha Idris, and Farida Bashar. "Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria." Journal of Public Health and Community Medicine 5 (2026), 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka, Aminu, Aisha Idris, and Farida Bashar. "Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria." Journal of Public Health and Community Medicine 5.2 (2026), 166-172. Print. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350

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Ishaka, A., Idris, . A. & Bashar, . F. (2026) Comparative Analysis of Sugar Composition in Selected Infant Formula Brands Consumed in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria. Journal of Public Health and Community Medicine, 5 (2), 166-172. doi:10.5455/JPHCM.20260202013350