Inclusive dairy nutrition solutions for all ages
Dairy-based nutrition for every generation
Families come in all shapes and sizes, and so do their nutritional needs. From toddlers to seniors, Valio offers science-based family nutrition solutions that bring better nutritional value into foods the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re formulating for digestive wellness dairy, growth, immunity, or healthy aging, we provide the building blocks for inclusive, clean-label product development.
Family nutrition
Gentle, inclusive dairy nutrition for everyday wellbeing
Digestive wellness matters across all age groups, and for many families, dairy choices that are easier on the stomach are a top priority. Even in regions where lactose intolerance is less common, low lactose dairy products are widely appreciated for their comfort and suitability in shared family meals.
Valio’s Eila® lactose free and other specialty milk powders are designed to meet these needs with both enzymatically treated and ultrafiltered options. Ultrafiltration helps deliver a fresh, clean milk taste while reducing sugar content compared to regular milk powders. These milk powders support flexible sugar formulation and inclusive product development, without compromising on nutrition or flavour.
Protein for growth, energy, and everyday maintenance
From supporting childhood growth to maintaining strength in older adults, protein-enriched dairy ingredints play a crucial role in daily health. Valio’s milk proteins offer complete amino acid profiles with excellent digestibility, ideal for family-friendly formats like yoghurts, drinks, and meal components.
MFGM: Natural dairy support for brain and immune health
Milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) is a unique component of dairy fat, rich in phospholipids and other complex lipids not found in vegetable oils. These bioactive ingredients support cognitive development, immune function, and overall wellbeing. Valio’s MFGM solutions make it easy to bring these benefits into a wide range of family nutrition products, from children’s snacks to functional foods for adults.
Why Valio?
Why choose Valio for family dairy nutrition solutions?
We combine over 100 years of dairy expertise with a deep understanding of what families need, and what they actually enjoy eating. Our functional ingredients are built for real-life applications, clean-label dairy development, and market-ready performance.
With Valio, you gain a partner offering high-quality, traceable ingredients from Finnish milk, plus the regulatory, R&D, and OEM support to turn ideas into shelf-ready success.
Family applications
Gut-friendly dairy nutrition for the whole family
Digestive wellness is top of mind for families today, and so is taste. Valio’s concept for a gut-friendly family milk powder that brings together high-quality milk protein, prebiotic fibre, lower lactose level, and essential vitamins.
Functional dairy ingredients for versatile innovation
Valio’s ingredients are designed to perform across a wide range of dairy products, whether you’re formulating spoonables, beverages, or dry blends. With options like lactose free milk powders, protein-enriched ingredients, and phospholipids, you can adapt to evolving nutritional trends while maintaining great taste and texture.
Explore the dairy science behind everyday nutrition
We back our family nutrition solutions with research into protein quality, lactose digestion, fat composition, and ingredient functionality, all rooted in everyday food formats.
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Let’s create better dairy nutrition for families
Interested in bringing science-backed, family-friendly dairy products to market? Our experts are here to support your development process, from ingredient selection to full OEM collaboration.
