Why Is Soy Formula Not Recommended for Babies
Soy-Based Formulas Tend to Contain Higher Levels of Aluminum Than Breastmilk and Cow’s Milk Formulas. High Aluminum Levels May Negatively Affect a Baby’s Brain...
Soy-based formulas tend to contain higher levels of aluminum than breastmilk and cow’s milk formulas. High aluminum levels may negatively affect a baby’s brain and bone mass development ( 11 ).
Why is soy milk not recommended for babies?
Soy milk and calcium While some soy milks contain a little more calcium than cow’s milk, they also contain natural compounds called phytates, which can interfere with your child’s ability to absorb calcium.
Why would a baby need soy formula?
The AAP notes that indications for soy protein-based formulas include: Preference for vegetarian diet. Infants with hereditary lactase deficiency (rare) or galactosemia, in which a baby can’t metabolize a main sugar in milk (lactose) or a sugar component of it called galactose.
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