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What does hypoallergenic formula mean? |
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| Designed for babies with digestive problems, allergies and/or sensitivities to both milk and soy. They contain twenty calories per ounce as well. The idea behind this class of infant formula is to break down the protein (from whatever the source) into small enough units (process is called hydrolysis*) that the body's immune system does not recognize it as a foreign body and defend against it, causing the unwelcome symptoms that accompany such reactions. Because the proteins in these formulas have been broken down, they are easier to digest and move through the digestive system faster than the standard formulas. |
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What is a follow up or follow on formula? |
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| Designed for older babies and toddlers. Generally iron-fortified and cow milk based or soy protein based these formulas typically have higher levels of calcium and phosphorus than those for younger infants. |
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What is a nutrient rich formula? |
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| For premature babies are made for low birth weight babies to help them grow quickly. These formulas are all milk based and range in calories from twenty to twenty-four per ounce. They have more nutrients than standard formulas. |
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Why would my baby need a soy based formula? |
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| If your baby has a cow's milk allergies or sensitivities. Greater amounts of vitamins and minerals are added to soy formulas because soy formulas contain compounds that may decrease the amount of nutrients absorbed. Soy formulas also contain twenty calories per ounce. |
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What is standard milk based formula comprised of? |
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| Made from cow's milk. Because cow's milk was not designed for people, it needs some adjustments before being suitable for infants. The amount of some of the milk's nutrients is adjusted, the protein is changed making it more easily digestible, the butterfat is decreased or removed and vegetable fats are added providing more essential fatty acids. Extra nutrients are added, such as vitamin c, iron and zinc. These are the most common formulas and are adequate for most babies. |
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’ve heard that Goat’s milk is easier digested by babies with acid reflux, we tried it and baby did digest it better. However, the doctor said that it can ruin the baby’s kidneys. What is the truth? |
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| Actually, both are right. Goat's milk can be easier to digest and many babies can do better on it than cow's milk formula. In the UK you can even get Goat's Milk based infant formula.
The problem with Goat's Milk is that there are certain aspects of it that are not nutritionally complete or even safe for a baby. The protein is too high which can create too much work for the kidneys and damage them, as well, there are certain deficiencies in some vitamins and minerals. It can be safe if properly diluted and mixed, but it's not safe to give it to a baby as it's sold in stores.
For more detailed information, Dr Sears has an excellent article on it which can be read at: http://www.askdrsears.com/html/3/T032400.asp, it also includes a link to sample recipes for mixing goat's milk safely for babies six months and older. Be sure to discuss this with the ped before trying it though to ensure the safety of baby. |
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