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Weaning recommendations: the scientific basis.

K M Hendricks1, S H Badruddin

  • 1Department of Health Sciences, Sargent College of Allied Health, Boston University, MA.

Nutrition Reviews
|May 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Current infant weaning advice balances nutrition, development, and feeding behaviors. Recommendations focus on preventing common deficiencies like iron, zinc, and vitamins A and D in infants.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutritional Science
  • Infant Development

Background:

  • Infant feeding recommendations integrate nutritional requirements, physiological readiness, and developmental feeding behaviors.
  • Common nutrient deficiencies during infancy include inadequate energy and protein, iron, zinc, vitamin A, and vitamin D.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing data on infant weaning.
  • To summarize the implications of current weaning practices for both developed and developing nations.
  • To outline published infant feeding recommendations and highlight key concerns.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of current weaning recommendations.
  • Analysis of data regarding common nutrient deficiencies in infants.
  • Synthesis of implications for infant feeding globally.

Main Results:

  • Weaning advice is multifactorial, considering nutritional, physiological, and behavioral elements.
  • Nutrient deficiencies, particularly iron and vitamin D, are prevalent and inform current recommendations.
  • Recommendations aim to prevent these deficiencies through appropriate infant feeding strategies.

Conclusions:

  • Current weaning strategies are based on a comprehensive understanding of infant needs.
  • Addressing common nutrient deficiencies remains a primary focus of infant feeding guidelines.
  • Further attention to global implications of weaning practices is warranted.

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