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Trace elements in human milk, selenium a case study.

E Roekens, H Deelstra, H Robberecht

    The Science of the Total Environment
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    This study analyzes trace element levels in human milk over time, comparing infant intake to cow

    Area of Science:

    • Human milk composition analysis
    • Trace element metabolism in infants
    • Nutritional biochemistry

    Background:

    • Human milk is a vital source of nutrients for infants.
    • Trace elements like iron, copper, and selenium are crucial for infant development.
    • Understanding longitudinal changes in milk composition is essential for assessing infant nutrition.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the longitudinal changes in trace element composition of human milk.
    • To compare the daily intake of trace elements by breastfed infants with recommended allowances and intake from cow's milk.
    • To discuss methods for assessing selenium status and the clinical implications of its deficiency.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of trace element (Fe, Cu, Zn, Mn, Mo, Cr, Co, As, Se) concentrations in human milk over time.

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  • Calculation of mean daily intake for breastfed infants.
  • Comparison of intake data with established dietary recommendations and cow's milk-based formulas.

    • Main Results:

    • Detailed discussion of longitudinal changes in human milk trace element profiles.
    • Comparative analysis of infant trace element intake from different feeding sources.
    • Identification of parameters for evaluating selenium status in infants.

    Conclusions:

    • Human milk trace element composition exhibits longitudinal variations.
    • Infant trace element intake needs careful assessment against dietary recommendations.
    • Selenium status monitoring is critical due to potential deficiency consequences.