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It has long been known that #breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for all infants. However, exclusive breastfeeding may not always be possible for all infants. The study below aims to characterize associations between levels of mixed breastfeeding and formula feeding, along with solid food consumption and the infant fecal metabolome at 1 and 6 months of age. Infant fecal metabolomics can provide valuable insights into nutrition, dietary patterns and health outcomes in early life - Learn more below: #newresearch #infanthealth #lactationsupport

Lots of areas have been updated on PEN this week - here's a rundown of what's new: 👀 The Eye Health Knowledge Pathway has been updated https://buff.ly/3uJGFLr Including these practice questions 👇 🆕 What dietary supplements slow the progression of age-related eye diseases (e.g. macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy)? https://buff.ly/3T986so What dietary patterns reduce the risk or slow the progression of age-related eye diseases (e.g. macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts)? https://buff.ly/3ReJA6q Plus, the multi-fetal pregnancy knowledge pathway https://buff.ly/47MIg1F Malnutrition assessment tools have also been updated https://buff.ly/3Rcja5x Members, access PEN as part of your BDA membership: https://buff.ly/431n1WN

This recently published rather small study evaluated the effects of supplementing the diet of late gestating and lactating #sows with a #prebiotic blend on sow and litter performance. In this study, sows (n = 12/treatment group) were fed a basal diet or a diet containing 5 lb/US ton of a 1:1 blend of beta-glucan (source not specified) and fructo-oligosaccharides from day 107 of gestation thru day 25 of lactation. Sows fed the prebiotic blend had increased feed intake during lactation which was associated with higher piglet weaning body weight and average daily gain. In addition, sows supplemented with the blend had increased serum #antioxidant capacity and reduced serum zonulin levels. The study also found positive effects on milk quality, including increased antioxidant activity, immunoglobulin content, and anti-inflammatory factor interleukin-10 (IL-10) levels. Piglets from prebiotic fed sows had increased serum antioxidant activity, immunoglobulin levels (IgG and IgM), and growth-related hormone (GH and IGF-I) levels. Also, an increased in fecal short-chain fatty acid content was found in piglets from sows fed the prebiotic blend. It would be good to validate these findings in studies with a larger sample size. Also, data related to subsequent sow reproductive performance and longevity as well as piglet performance post-weaning would be valuable for determining the overall value proposition of the prebiotic supplementation. #prebiotics #animalnutrition #animalhealth https://lnkd.in/gEqj3khu

One of my clients shared that her baby seems too small for her age, and she’s worried that her breast milk isn’t enough, so she decided to supplement it with infant formula. What she’s doing is called mixed feeding—combining breastfeeding with formula. This week, I want to highlight some key insights from an article I recently read titled: 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗸 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆-𝗟𝗼𝘄-𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵-𝗪𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 to my clients. 📍 As a breastfeeding mother, you're providing more than just nutrition for your baby. 📍Your breastmilk contains essential bacteria that play a crucial role in developing your baby’s gut health. 📍Research shows that 30-40% of the bacteria in a baby’s gut comes directly from their mother’s breast milk! And 📍These microbes help establish a healthy gut microbiome, which protects against serious conditions like necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) and improves overall health. 📍Direct breastfeeding enhances the transfer of beneficial bacteria from you to your baby. 📍This natural microbial sharing supports your baby’s developing gut, building a stronger foundation for their immune system. 📍Whether your baby is born full-term or preterm, your breastmilk provides the right bacteria to help them thrive. 📍If you or your baby need antibiotics, it’s important to know that antibiotics can reduce the diversity of these helpful microbes. 📍While antibiotics are often necessary, keeping this in mind helps you balance short-term care with long-term gut health. 📍 By continuing to breastfeed, you’re doing so much more than just nourishing your baby—you’re helping to lay the foundation for a healthy immune system and overall well-being.

🌟 #WorldBreastfeedingWeek 🌟 Did you know breastfeeding is not just about nutrition? It plays a vital role in shaping your baby's gut microbiome, which is essential for their overall health and well-being. 🤱👶 ⚓ Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs): Over 200 unique HMOs act as food for 𝘉𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢, promoting a healthy gut microbiome balance. ⚓ 𝘉𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢: These bacteria aid in the digestion of HMOs, producing vitamins and SCFAs. ⚓ Lactoferrin: Lactoferrin binds iron, making it unavailable to pathogenic bacteria, thus preventing their growth. ⚓ Secretory Immunoglobulin A (sIgA): sIgA forms a protective layer on the gut lining, preventing the attachment and invasion of pathogens. ⚓ Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFAs): SCFAs lower the gut pH, creating an environment favorable for beneficial microbes and inhibiting harmful bacteria. ⚓ Oligosaccharides: Beyond HMOs, other oligosaccharides in breast milk also promote the growth of 𝘓𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪. ⚓ Lysozyme: Lysozyme targets the cell walls of pathogenic bacteria, enhancing the antimicrobial properties of breast milk. ⚓ Growth Factors: Epidermal growth factor in breast milk promotes the maturation of the intestinal lining. ⚓ Proteins and Amino Acids: Specific proteins, such as alpha-lactalbumin, not only provide nutrition but also have antimicrobial effects. ⚓ Vitamins and Minerals: Vitamins A and D, along with zinc and iron, play crucial roles in maintaining a healthy gut barrier and immune function. ⚓ Oligosaccharides and Glycans: These complex sugars not only feed beneficial bacteria but also prevent pathogen adhesion to the gut lining. ⚓ MicroRNAs: Breast milk microRNAs can modulate the infant's immune response and gut development. ⚓ Cytokines and Hormones: Regulating immune responses. Components like transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β) help in the development of the immune system and tolerance to gut bacteria. ⚓ Antioxidants: Protecting cells from damage. Antioxidants such as vitamin E and carotenoids help protect the gut cells from oxidative stress. Invest in your baby's health from day one with breastfeeding. The foundation you build now will benefit your child for a lifetime. 🌱✨ #worldbreastfeedingweek #Breastfeeding #GutHealth #InfantHealth #HealthyStart #Motherhood #Microvioma #BreastfeedingBenefits #GutMicrobiome #HealthyBabies #NaturalNutrition Maneesh Paul. S., M. Sc., Ph.D., FIDSA.,

Moringa is an Incredible Gift of Mother Nature How moringa can increase breast milk supply? Lactation Supplement for Increased Breast Milk Breast milk is considered the best food source for a newborn due to its nutrient and protective antibody content. It helps defend against infections, prevent allergies and support babies' delicate immune systems and overall health. However, some women are unable to breastfeed for various reasons, and formula milk can be a healthy alternative. Other women experience difficulties producing enough milk, which leads to early weaning or supplementing with formula. Mothers who want to increase their breast milk supply in a safe, organic and natural way can turn to the leaf of the mighty moringa tree. Moringa the super-supplement for new mums: Moringa leaves are considered one of the most foods in the world. They are rich in five essential vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, vitamins A, E and K. Moreover, they are a complete source of plant protein that contains all nine essential amino acids. These leaves are also high in fibre and packed with antioxidants. nutrient-dense All new moms, especially those breastfeeding, require adequate amounts of protein, iron, vitamin K, and calcium. #Iron is an important nutrient that helps in reducing tiredness and fatigue. Most new parents often experience a lack of energy and feel exhausted. New mothers, in particular, are prone to iron deficiency due to blood loss during childbirth. Consuming Moringa Powder can help, as it contains 46.8% of the daily iron requirement in a single serving. You can mix it in a green smoothie with other leafy greens or take a shot mixed in apple juice for a natural energy boost. #Calcium is crucial for developing strong bones and teeth, both for the mother and the baby. When breastfeeding, newborns absorb a significant amount of the mother’s calcium supply. Therefore, mothers must take supplements to ensure that both they and their babies receive adequate calcium for optimal health and growth. #VitaminK plays a crucial role in enabling blood clotting. This vitamin is especially important for both new mothers and their infants. In fact, Vitamin K is administered to newborns via an injection or oral tablet immediately after birth. It is also important for new mothers to consume Vitamin K post-birth, as they may experience heavy bleeding. To learn more about the health benefits of Ceylon Moringa or to order your sample, please visit our website at www.ceylonoriginals.com or contact us at contact@ceylonoriginals.com.

How pre and postnatal B-12 vitamins improve breast milk vitamin B-12 levels, which supports infant brain development. August 1st-7th is world breastfeeding awareness week and we at Unhurry®️are committed to spreading awareness about breastfeeding. B-12 vitamins increase the presence of the micronutrient in mothers’ breast milk. According to a study B-12 vitamins increase the presence of the micronutrient in mothers’ breast milk, which is especially helpful in countries where it can be difficult to eat what is needed for the body to produce B-12 naturally. “Understanding the impacts of prenatal and postnatal vitamin B-12 supplements on the level of B-12 in breast milk is crucial to design effective nutritional interventions to protect mothers and infants from vitamin B-12 deficiencies,” said Wang, who was the principal investigator. “Our findings underscore the importance of prenatal vitamins for short-term benefits in breast milk and postnatal vitamins for more sustained impacts on B-12 adequacy in breast milk; both prenatal and postnatal supplements support healthy growth and development in the baby.” Rachna Chhachhi RachnaRestores®️ Kindness Practice Foundation To read the complete article, click on the link below. https://lnkd.in/dS35g22H For more such articles on mental health, sustainability and well-being, don’t forget to follow us. #unhurry #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #breastfeeding #breastfeedingawareness #newmom #newborn #infant #newmother #mom #motherhood #nutrients #nutrition #childrensnutrition #mothersnutrition

What would be the 𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝟯 key nutrients to look out for in #eggs, and why are they so important? 🔍 (Hint: The infographic below briefly mentions them!) To find out more, read our latest blog on egg nutrition: https://lnkd.in/e6XqAhFw Eggs, recognized as "nature's own multivitamin," offer a low energy-to-nutrient density ratio, contributing essential nutrients for cellular function, brain development, and high-quality protein. In this blog, we underscore the global variations in egg consumption, with an emphasis on addressing accessibility and affordability issues in LMICs. During pregnancy and lactation, eggs play a vital role in fetal development and breastmilk composition. We also dispel myths surrounding eggs in the blog, challenging beliefs about allergies, cholesterol, and shell color, while presenting studies demonstrating the positive impact of early egg introduction on child development. Many many thanks again to our guests Dr Lora Iannotti and Dr Nelly Mercedes Zavaleta Pimentel for their valuable insights! Kesso Gabrielle van Zutphen-Küffer | Mathilda Freymond | Jordie Fischer | Jimena Monroy Gómez, | Rachel Natali #EggNutrition #ChildHealth

Intravenous Nutrition of the sick term and late preterm infants : part 2.

#Bifidobacterium is one of the most abundant genera in a healthy adult microbiome, but its colonies predominate in infants, especially during breastfeeding. Bifidobacterium are known to play important roles in the metabolism of dietary substances that are indigestible in the upper parts of the intestine, and in the maturation of the immune system. Looking for differentiated #probiotics differentiated from regular probiotics? Visit us at FIC China 2024 #41U20/41V21 #bifidobactriumprobiotics #probiotics #dietarysupplements #bactrium #healthcareindustry #biotics #microbiome