When it is decided to start feeding the baby with formula milk, most of the time the parents do not know which one to choose. It is best to consult with the pediatrician, but in any case it is important to know that the type of artificial milk the baby drinks determines its weight.
Babies who drink artificial milk gain more weight than those who drink breast milk, but on the other hand, research in Philadelphia (United States) also ensures that the weight gain of babies who are fed artificial milk is influenced by the type of milk they drink
Most formulas are based on cow's milk, but there are also other formulas that include soy or hydrolyzed proteins for babies with some type of intolerance.
To carry out the study, the babies were divided into two groups. In the first, babies were fed a formula based on cow's milk, in the second with a formula based on hydrolyzed proteins.
After seven months, they were able to observe that babies who took hydrolyzed milk gained weight at a lower rate than those fed with milk based on cow's milk. The rate of profit was comparable to breast milk standards because they consumed less in one dose compared to those taking formulas based on cow's milk.
Not all formulas are equal. Although they contain the same calories, each one can have a different impact on the baby's weight and growth. They may have implications for the risk of developing childhood obesity, diabetes and other diseases.
Taking into account that the type of artificial milk the baby drinks determines its weight, there should be more detailed nutritional information of each type of formula so that parents, with the help of the pediatrician, can choose which one is best suited for their baby.
