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Nicole A Withrow1, Youhanna Al-Tawil1,2, P J Patterson2

  • 1Kate Farms, Inc., Goleta, CA 93111, USA.

Nutrients
|October 16, 2024
PubMed

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Yellow pea protein plant-based formula (PPPBF) showed good gastrointestinal tolerance and adherence in children transitioning from hypoallergenic formulas. This plant-based option is a viable alternative for infants with specific dietary needs.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Nutrition
  • Gastroenterology
  • Allergy & Immunology

Background:

  • Plant-based formulas are gaining popularity for health and environmental reasons.
  • A study assessed medically stable children transitioning to a yellow pea protein plant-based formula (PPPBF).
  • Focus was on gastrointestinal tolerance, weight changes, and adherence to PPPBF.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Evaluate gastrointestinal tolerance after transitioning to PPPBF.
  • Assess weight changes in children using PPPBF.
  • Determine adherence rates to PPPBF.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective chart review of pediatric patients.
  • Data collected from healthcare providers via surveys.
  • Inclusion criteria applied to select participants for analysis.

Main Results:

  • 73 children (ages 1-18) were included in the analysis.
  • 38.4% showed improved GI tolerance, 56.2% had no change, 5.5% worsened.
  • High adherence (95%) and minimal adverse reactions (98.9%) were reported.

Conclusions:

  • Transition to PPPBF demonstrated stable GI tolerance and weight.
  • PPPBF is a suitable alternative for children on hypoallergenic formulas.
  • This plant-based formula shows promise as a first-choice option.
Abstract

Keywords:
cow’s milk protein allergyenteral nutritionextensively hydrolyzed formulaplant basedyellow pea protein

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