Microbiome Medics Where Does the Gut Microbiome Come From? Pt 2: Breastfeeding vs Formula Feeding
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May 19, 2023 Explore the significant impact of infant feeding choices on long-term health. Discover how breast milk enriches gut microbiomes with beneficial bacteria while formula's nutritional gaps pose challenges. Learn about the barriers mothers face in breastfeeding and the importance of support. Delve into research on Bifidobacteria infantis and its crucial role in gut health. This discussion highlights modern feeding practices and their implications for both maternal diets and infant wellbeing.
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Breast Milk Composition
- Breast milk isn't just nutrition; it contains bioactive molecules impacting long-term health.
- These molecules, including HMOs, boost Bifidobacterium infantis, crucial for infant gut health.
Formula Milk vs. Breast Milk
- Formula milk, while attempting to mimic breast milk's nutritional value, lacks crucial immune-boosting components.
- This includes HMOs and beneficial bacteria, impacting infant immune development and increasing allergy risks.
Promote Breastfeeding
- Advocate for breastfeeding due to UK's low rates and its impact on infant health.
- Consider personal and medical reasons for formula feeding when advising families.