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[The artificial feeding with adapted milks of infants born with a very low body weight]
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Two infant formulas, Humana 0 and Bebe 0, supported optimal physical development in premature infants. Both formulas were well-tolerated, with similar weight gain and protein intake observed.
Area of Science:
- Neonatal nutrition
- Pediatric development
- Infant feeding
Background:
- Premature infants require specialized nutrition for optimal growth.
- Assessing the efficacy of different infant formulas is crucial for neonatal care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the effects of two adapted infant formulas, Humana 0 and Bebe 0, on the physical development of premature infants.
- To evaluate infant tolerance and weight gain in response to different formula compositions.
Main Methods:
- A study observed 43 premature infants (birth weight 690-1000 g) for 20-67 days.
- Infants were divided into two groups, receiving either Humana 0 or Bebe 0 (sweetened with sugar).
- Nutritional intake (energy, carbohydrates, protein) and weight gain were monitored.
Main Results:
- Both formulas were well-tolerated with no reported intolerance.
- Mean daily weight gain was comparable: 28.5 g for Humana 0 and 27.3 g for Bebe 0.
- Infants fed Bebe 0 consumed significantly more carbohydrates and energy, but without a corresponding increase in body mass.
Conclusions:
- Both Humana 0 and Bebe 0 support adequate physical development in premature infants.
- Bebe 0 provides higher energy and carbohydrate intake, which may warrant further investigation regarding its specific benefits or implications.
Abstract:
43 children, born with a weight of 690 to 1000 g, were observed for a period of 20 to 67 days during the first trimester after delivery. The children were divided into two groups in accordance with the feeding. 27 children of the first group received Humana 0; 26 children of the second group were fed with Bebe 0, sweetened with 5% of sugar for increased energy. All children received the adapted milks well. There were no manifestations of intolerance. The mean daily addition of weight was 28.5 g for children, fed with Humana 0 and 27.3 g for those fed with Bebe 0 and this was enough to assure optimal physical development of children. The children, fed with Bebe 0, received considerably larger amount of carbohydrates. The protein intake in both groups was almost equal. There were no considerable differences in respect to KEB. Higher intake of energy (p less than 0.01) was found in children, fed with Bebe 0, without gaining additional body mass.