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An on-line database for human milk composition in China.
1National Institute for Nutrition and Health, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China.
Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|October 6, 2016
Summary
A nationwide study in China analyzed human milk composition, establishing a regional database. This research is vital for setting accurate nutrient recommendations for infants and lactating mothers.
Area of Science:
- Human milk composition analysis
- Nutritional science
- Public health
Background:
- Accurate human milk composition data is essential for establishing nutrient recommended intakes (RNIs).
- Nationwide data on human milk composition in China was previously unavailable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a comprehensive human milk compositional database for China.
- To provide data for setting RNIs for infants and lactating women.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study involving collection of human milk samples from 11 provinces.
- Analysis of macronutrients, minerals, B-vitamins, amino acids, and proteins.
- Evaluation of lactating women's and infants' nutritional and health status.
Main Results:
- Over 6,400 breast milk samples (colostrum, transitional, mature) were collected and analyzed.
- Extensive analysis of protein, fat, lactose, minerals, and various B-vitamins was conducted.
- Ongoing analyses include fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, and carotenoids.
Conclusions:
- A regional human milk compositional database for China is nearing completion.
- The database is intended to be made available online.
- This initiative will significantly contribute to infant and maternal nutrition guidelines.
