Advanced search
Publication Cover
South African Family Practice Volume 54, 2012 - Issue 3
Journal homepage
3,008
Views
0
CrossRef citations to date
0
Altmetric
Articles

Prescribing infant formula to allergic babies

MJ LombardStellenbosch University Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University (NICUS), Division of Human Nutrition Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Stellenbosch UniversityCorrespondence[email protected]
, PhD (NICUS Manager/Registered Dietitian) ,
I LabuschagneStellenbosch University Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University (NICUS), Division of Human Nutrition Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University
, BSc (Principal Dietitian) &
E Van NiekerkStellenbosch University Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University (NICUS), Division of Human Nutrition Department of Interdisciplinary Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University
, MSc (Lecturer)
Pages 199-201 | Published online: 15 Aug 2014
 
Sample our Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Allied Health journals, sign in here to start your FREE access for 14 days

Abstract

Exclusive breastfeeding and postponement of complementary foods to four to six months of age are recommended for the prevention of food allergies. However, many infants receive formula milk for a number of reasons. Various types of formula are indicated to prevent or treat allergy and food intolerance.

Download PDF

Related research

People also read lists articles that other readers of this article have read.

Recommended articles lists articles that we recommend and is powered by our AI driven recommendation engine.

Cited by lists all citing articles based on Crossref citations.
Articles with the Crossref icon will open in a new tab.