FOOD AND NUTRITION THROUGH THE LIFESPAN

BY RHONDA BARLOW-CHATHAM COUNTYFOR:

NEWBORN NUTRITION

Objectives

The purpose of this presentation is to:Discuss the varied types of infant

formulaDiscuss the preparation steps for infant

formulaDiscuss safety hazards involved in

preparing infant formula.

What is Formula?

Formula Commercially manufactured milk

product Designed to support infant growth

TypesCow MilkSoy-basedProtein hydrolysate

Why Use Formula?

When breastfeeding an infant is not possible or desired

If supplemental feeding is desired in addition to breastfeeding

Cow’s Milk Formulas

Most used and best tolerated

Cow’s milk is altered to resemble human milk

Cow’s milk protein allergies are possible

Soy-Based Formulas

Possible cow’s milk allergy alternative

Vegan infants

Cow’s milk allergies = soy milk allergies

Protein Hydrolysate Formulas

Hypoallergenic formulas

Family history of milk/soy allergies

Cow’s milk pre-digested

Easier to digest

Allergic reaction less likely

Other Specialized Formulas

Premature infants/babies

Infants/babies with specific medical conditions

Why Not Regular Cow’s Milk?

Cow’s milk have too many nutrients for humans

Cow’s milk = iron deficiencyCommercial formulas = known needed

nutrientsInfants need iron to grow and develop

Types of Formula Preparations

Powdered Least expensive 1 scoop powdered/2 oz. water

Concentrated liquid Most popular 1 ounce formula/1 ounce water

Ready-to-feed Water not needed Most convenient Most sterile of infant formula Most expensive

Generic vs. Brand-Name

All infant formula = same nutrient density

Formula Standards Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Raw ingredients may vary

DHA and ARA

Fatty acids / lipidsNaturally passed from mom to infant in

pregnancyNaturally occurring in breastmilkDevelopment of infant’s eyesight and

brainDHA = Docosahexaenoic acidARA = Arachidonic AcidLong term benefits unknown

Probiotics

Promote healthy bacteria growth

Mimic immune benefits of breast milk

Long term benefits unknown

Levels of DHA and ARA

All infant formulas sold in the United States use the same source of

DHA & ARA.

The only difference among formula brands is the amount of DHA &

ARA.