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Absorption and retention in acute diarrhoea.

M D Mann1, I D Hill, M D Bowie

  • 1Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Cape Town, South Africa.

European Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|September 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Soy-based formula best supports nutrient absorption in infants with acute diarrhea. This study found reduced nitrogen and fat loss in infants fed soy formula for 4 days, crucial for recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Gastroenterology
  • Infant Health

Background:

  • Diarrhea in infants leads to significant nutrient loss, impacting recovery.
  • Understanding optimal feeding strategies is crucial for managing pediatric diarrhea.
  • Previous research highlighted nutrient losses in infants with prolonged diarrhea (8 days).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate 15N-yeast protein absorption, nitrogen, and fat retention in infants with acute and severe diarrhea.
  • To compare nutrient absorption and retention across different formula types (cow's milk, soy-based, low lactose).
  • To assess the impact of diarrhea duration (4 vs. 8 days) on nutrient utilization.

Main Methods:

  • Measured 15N-yeast protein absorption, nitrogen and fat retention, and stool parameters (reducing substances, lactate).
  • Studied infants with acute diarrhea (n=6) and severe diarrhea (n=15) for 4 days.
  • Compared findings with previously reported data from infants with 8 days of diarrhea.

Main Results:

  • Increased stool weight correlated with higher losses of nitrogen and energy.
  • Severe diarrhea resulted in nutrient losses exceeding oral intake capacity.
  • Infants with 4-day diarrhea fed soy-based formula exhibited the lowest nitrogen and fat loss.

Conclusions:

  • Soy-based formulas appear most effective in minimizing nutrient losses during short-term (4-day) infant diarrhea.
  • Nutrient deficits are critical in severe or prolonged diarrhea, potentially hindering recovery.
  • Formula selection significantly influences nutrient absorption and retention in diarrheal illnesses.

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