Tag: Formula

Goat milk formula could benefit infant gut health: study

The laboratory study by RMIT, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, analysed two types of commercial goat milk formula. The research looked at oligosaccharides, a type of prebiotic that can boost the growth of beneficial bacteria and protect against harmful bacteria in the gut. Researchers found 14 naturally-occurring prebiotic oligosaccharides in the goat milk

Breast milk no different to formula, say two thirds of Britons

Two-thirds of Britons wrongly believe breast milk is no different to formula products, despite experts insisting it can’t be replicated in labs The UK has one of the lowest breastfeeding rates in the world, says documentary Experts stress that many nutrients in breast milk cannot be replicated artificially Breast milk gives babies natural painkillers, aids

Carbohydrates in infant formula shape gut metabolites profile

The risk of preterm infants developing necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) is higher when they are fed formula than when they feed on breast milk. Of the many reasons why breast milk protects preterm infants from this serious condition better than formula, not all of them are well understood. In a study published in the journal Microbiome,

Australian stores limit baby formula as China demand hits stocks

One of Australia’s biggest supermarket chains said Wednesday some stores were moving baby formula behind counters and restricting sales as it emerged customers were clearing shelves and selling it online in China for more than double the price. Coles’ decision to take the milk product off aisles follows complaints from worried mothers over supplies and

Low-Carb Bowls Are the Best Lazy Lunch Formula

Whether you’re on a ketogenic diet or you’re just trying to up your energy in a healthier and more sustainable way, monitoring your carbohydrate intake is a great starting point. While some may think you need carbs in order to have energy, that’s not always the case. On a ketogenic diet, you can up your