Infant nutrition push
May 26, 2010
A PRESENTATION at a
symposium last weekend presented
by the Nutrition Society of Australia
and the Nestle Nutrition Institute
has called for renewed focus on
early infant nutrition - particularly
for babies delivered via Caesarean
section.
Professor Patricia Conway from
the University of NSW said that
babies delivered vaginally receive
“vital protective bacteria” as they
are born, which help in the
development of a strong and
healthy immune system.
Professor Conway said nutrition
after birth can be an important part
of replacing the bacteria for babies
born via C-section, and suggested
that healthcare professionals
consider the mode of delivery
before advising on nutritional needs.
She said that breastfeeding is
best, but if not possible, the use of
an infant formula containing
probiotics will also help establish
the balance, with probiotics shown
to be helpful in cases of lactose
intolerance, eczema and preventing
episodes of diarrhoea.
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