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[Silicon forms and its role in infant food]
Wojciech Dejneka1, Jerzy Łukasiak
1Katedra i Zakład Chemii Fizycznej z Pracownia Analizy Instrumentalnej, Wydział Farmaceutyczny, Akademia Medyczna 80-416 Gdańsk, Al. J. Hallera 107.
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|October 9, 2003
Summary
This study measured total and bioavailable silicon in infant foods and milk. Results show significantly higher silicon levels in these products compared to human milk, indicating a potential excess.
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Science
- Analytical Chemistry
Context:
- Infant nutrition is critical for development.
- Assessing essential mineral content in infant foods is vital.
- Silicon's role in infant health requires further investigation.
Purpose:
- To quantify total and bioavailable silicon in infant milk and foods.
- To compare silicon levels in commercial infant products with human milk.
- To evaluate the potential for excessive silicon intake in infants.
Summary:
- Total and bioavailable silicon were measured using atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS) and visible light spectroscopy (VIS).
- Mlekovita milk and Humana 2 milk formula showed high total and bioavailable silicon.
- Gerber baby foods, particularly Vegetables and Ham, contained substantial amounts of total and bioavailable silicon.
Impact:
- Findings highlight a significant excess of silicon in infant milk and foods compared to human milk.
- This research informs nutritional guidelines for infant feeding.
- Further studies are needed to understand the implications of high silicon intake in infants.