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Acidified infant formula explained
South African Family Practice | Vol 55, No 4 : July/August| a3729 |
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/20786204.2013.10874376
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Submitted: 21 January 2013 | Published: 30 August 2013
Submitted: 21 January 2013 | Published: 30 August 2013
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I.L. Labuschagne, Nutrition Information Centre, Stellenbosch University, South AfricaE. van Niekerk, Nutrition Information Centre, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
M.J. Lombard, Nutrition Information Centre, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
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The development of effective methods to prevent acute gastroenteritis is an important goal for infant health. Exclusive breastfeeding and postponement of complementary foods until the age of six months is recommended for healthy infants. However, at times, infant formula is required. Various types are commercially available. Acidified cow’s milk formula has been found to prevent the growth of pathogenic bacteria and concurring diarrhoeal disease.
Keywords
infant formula; acidified infant formula; fermented; probiotics
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