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Decreased regurgitation with a soy formula containing added soy fiber

Karin M Ostrom1, Joan R Jacobs, Russell J Merritt

  • 1Ross Products Division, Abbott Laboratories, Columbus, OH 43215-1724, USA.

Clinical Pediatrics
|January 24, 2006
PubMed

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Fiber-supplemented soy formula significantly reduced infant regurgitation compared to cow

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Infant Nutrition
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Regurgitation is a common issue in young infants.
  • Cow's milk-based formula is a frequent cause of infant digestive discomfort.
  • Alternative formulas are sought to manage common infant feeding problems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of fiber-supplemented soy formula in reducing infant regurgitation.
  • To compare the incidence of regurgitation between soy and cow's milk-based formulas.
  • To assess the nutritional adequacy and caloric distribution of fiber-supplemented soy formula.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 179 infants.
  • Infants were assigned to either cow's milk-based (CM) formula or soy formula with fiber (SF).
  • Regurgitation incidence was recorded and compared between groups over 28 days.

Main Results:

  • Initial daily regurgitation rates were similar between CM and SF groups.
  • After 7 days, SF significantly reduced regurgitation episodes compared to CM (2.3 vs. 3.4 episodes, p=0.001).
  • This reduction was sustained at 28 days, with 31% of SF feedings showing regurgitation versus 48% for CM (p=0.001).

Conclusions:

  • Fiber-supplemented soy formula is effective in managing infant regurgitation.
  • SF provides balanced nutrition without disrupting caloric distribution.
  • This formula offers a viable alternative for infants experiencing digestive issues with standard formulas.

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