Why PREBIOTICS?
GOS & FOS (9:1)
A resilient immune system is essential for overall growth and development of an infant. However, the infant's immune and gastrointestinal system are still in the developing phase, especially in the 1st year of life, making them vulnerable to allergy, respiratory ailments and GI infection. Research suggests that Prebiotic GOS:FOS in the blend of 9:1 ratio have a significant role to play in building infant's immunity and for allergy management.
PREBIOTICS!
3rd LARGEST COMPONENT OF HUMAN MILK
Human milk is the ideal source of nutrition conferring various health benefits to the infant owing to its unique & complex composition.
Components of human milk that support infant immunity comprise of PREBIOTIC oligosaccharides, beneficial bacterial species such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli in addition to the other macro and micronutrients.
Beneficial effect of Prebiotics
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Preterm Infants: Born too Soon
Preterm birth (PTB) is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the birth of a baby before 37 weeks of gestation. Preterm birth is among the top two causes of child mortality worldwide.
Why hypoallergenic feed is beneficial for infants with CMPA
Amongst the most common food allergies, CMPA is seen to affect children below 1 year of age. It often manifestsin infants within one week after the introduction of cow’s milk protein
Impact of Prebiotic Oligosaccharides on Local Immunity
Human milk oligosaccharides (HMO) contribute to developing beneficial intestinal microflora and building immunity.
Safety and Efficacy Profile Of Prebiotic Oligosaccharides In Preterm Infants
About 2.5 million infant deaths occur annually worldwide. Global statistics reveal that prematurity-related complications account for 35% of neonatal deaths.
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A Specific Prebiotic Mixture Added To Starting Infant Formula Has Long-lasting Bifidogenic Effects
Author: Salvini F, Riva E, Salvatici E, Boehm G, Jelinek J, Banderali G, Giovannini M.
Journal: J Nutr. 2011 Jul;141(7):1335-9.
DOI: 10.3945/jn.110.136747.
Epub 2011 May 25.
Gos/fos Supplement Prevents Intestinal And Extra-intestinal Infections: An Observational Study
Author: Bruzzese E, et al.
Journal: Clin Nutr. 2009 Apr;28(2):156-61.
DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2009.01.008
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