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Feeding low-fat milk during infancy.

A S Ryan1, G A Martinez, F W Krieger

  • 1Ross Laboratories, Columbus, Ohio 43216.

American Journal of Physical Anthropology
|August 1, 1987
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Many US infants consume low-fat milk despite recommendations against it. Nutrient intake is similar to whole milk, but both exceed sodium, potassium, and chloride recommendations, and lack sufficient iron.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Infant Dietetics
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Low-fat milk (≤2% fat) is widely discouraged for infant feeding.
  • A significant percentage of US infants consume low-fat milk, particularly older infants.
  • Mothers cite perceived lower fat content and physician recommendations as reasons for use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare nutrient intakes of infants fed low-fat milk versus whole cow's milk and infant formula.
  • To assess the nutritional adequacy of diets including low-fat or whole cow's milk during infancy.

Main Methods:

  • Comparative analysis of nutrient intake data.
  • Examination of infant feeding practices regarding milk fat content.
  • Evaluation of nutrient consumption against established dietary recommendations (RDA, safe and adequate ranges).

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Main Results:

  • Infant nutrient intakes were similar between low-fat milk and whole cow's milk groups, except for fat content.
  • Most infants consuming either low-fat or whole cow's milk exceeded recommended intakes for sodium, potassium, and chloride.
  • Iron intake was below the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for a majority of infants in these groups.

Conclusions:

  • The study highlights a prevalent trend of low-fat milk consumption in US infants, contrary to expert advice.
  • Nutritional profiles, excluding fat, are comparable between low-fat and whole cow's milk for infants.
  • Concerns exist regarding excessive sodium, potassium, and chloride, and inadequate iron intake in infants fed cow's milk-based diets.