Early infant nutrition: the importance of getting it right

2012 ◽  
Vol 21 (7) ◽  
pp. 390-390
Author(s):  
Annette Dunne
Keyword(s):  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Early Infant ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition

Early Infant Nutrition: Breast Feeding

Nutrition ◽  
1979 ◽  
pp. 229-259 ◽  
Author(s):  
Derrick B. Jelliffe ◽  
E. F. Patrice Jelliffe
Keyword(s):  
Breast Feeding ◽  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Early Infant ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition

scholarly journals Production of Cow’s Milk Free from Beta-Casein A1 and Its Application in the Manufacturing of Specialized Foods for Early Infant Nutrition

Foods ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (7) ◽  
pp. 50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Miguel Duarte-Vázquez ◽  
Carlos García-Ugalde ◽  
Laura Villegas-Gutiérrez ◽  
Blanca García-Almendárez ◽  
Jorge Rosado
Keyword(s):  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Cow’S Milk ◽  
Cow's Milk ◽  
Early Infant ◽  
Beta Casein ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition

scholarly journals Role of Gut Microbiota in Early Infant Development

2009 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. CMPed.S2008 ◽  
Author(s):  
R Wall ◽  
R.P Ross ◽  
C.A Ryan ◽  
S Hussey ◽  
B Murphy ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gut Microbiota ◽  
Infant Development ◽  
Infant Health ◽  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Health Benefit ◽  
Inflammatory Conditions ◽  
Early Infant ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition

Early colonization of the infant gastrointestinal tract is crucial for the overall health of the infant, and establishment and maintenance of non-pathogenic intestinal microbiota may reduce several neonatal inflammatory conditions. Much effort has therefore been devoted to manipulation of the composition of the microbiota through 1) the role of early infant nutrition, particularly breast milk, and supplementation of infant formula with prebiotics that positively influence the enteric microbiota by selectively promoting growth of beneficial bacteria and 2) oral administration of probiotic bacteria which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host. While the complex microbiota of the adult is difficult to change in the long-term, there is greater impact of the diet on infant microbiota as this is not as stable as in adults. Decreasing excessive use of antibiotics and increasing the use of pre- and probiotics have shown to be beneficial in the prevention of several important infant diseases such as necrotizing enterocolitis and atopic eczema as well as improvement of short and long-term health. This review addresses how the composition of the gut microbiota becomes established in early life, its relevance to infant health, and dietary means by which it can be manipulated.

scholarly journals Current nutritional status of mothers and children in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 224-228
Author(s):  
K. P. Dawson, ◽  
P. Hughes ◽  
D. Mpofu ◽  
M. Patel
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Serum Folate ◽  
National Study ◽  
Micronutrient Deficiencies ◽  
Hydroxyvitamin D ◽  
Al Ain ◽  
Mothers And Children ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition ◽  
Low Serum

Forty-six mothers and children from the United Arab Emirates participated in a pilot study to determine possible micronutrient deficiencies in the country. Thirty-five per cent [35%] of the children and 21% of the mothers had low serum ferritin levels, while 30% of the mothers had low serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D with 28% of mothers having a low serum folate status. These deficiencies are widespread in the nationals of the United Arab Emirates. In view of the increasing importance of intrauterine and early infant nutrition, further investigation and a national study seem warranted

scholarly journals Prelacteal feeding practices among lactating mothers in Benin City, Nigeria

2013 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 139-144
Author(s):  
OM Ibadin ◽  
NA Ofili ◽  
P Monday ◽  
CJ Nwajei
Keyword(s):  
Infant Nutrition ◽  
Educational Status ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
The Body ◽  
Prelacteal Feeding ◽  
Benin City ◽  
Lactating Mothers ◽  
Baby Clinic ◽  
History Of ◽  
Early Infant Nutrition

Background: Exclusive breastfeeding is the cornerstone of adequate early infant nutrition. Despite the acknowledged gains of Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) and other interventional measures in ensuring optimal infant nutrition, it is still a common practice for newborn babies to be givensubstances other than breast milk within the first day of life.Methods: To re-examine why this is so, a prospective, cross-sectionalstudy involving mothers with recent history of lactation was carried. Itinvolved 403 mothers attending the well Baby Clinic of the Universityof Benin Teaching Hospital in 2009. A semi structured questionnairewas used in obtaining relevant information on pre-lacteal feeding.Results: The prevalence of prelacteal feeding was 11.7%. Wateronly constituted the most common (44.3%) pre-lacteal feed. Otherfeeds administered included glucose drink, (37.2%), and honey (4.6%).The reasons for pre-lacteal feeding included perceived delayed lactationand the need to keep the body warm and mouth moist. The younger the respondents, the more likely she would practice pre-lacteal feeding (X2 = 11.4; p = 0.022). Also significantly associated with pre-lacteal feeding is the route of delivery. Pre-lacteal feeding was commoner with surgical deliveries (X2 = 7.0; p = 0.05). Pre-lacteal feeding was however un-associated with respondents’ tribe, educational status, religion and place of delivery. Pre-lacteal feeding remains a challenge to adequate infant nutrition.Conclusion/Recommendations: There is need for further enlightenmenton the dangers inherent in the practice. Education of the populacewould need to be improved upon if the initial gains accruing fromBFHI are not to be reversed.Key words: Pre-lacteal feeding Infant, Nutrition, Benin City.

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