[New infant formula based on soy milk and corn flour].
In recent years the use of infant feeding formulas based on soy bean has been increasing. We report a trial of a new, soy bean-based formula to which starch was added. A control group was given a cow milk-based formula widely used in this country ("Materna" with cornflour, Ma'abaroth Products Ltd.). Healthy infants, between 3-6 months of age and of normal length and weight were enrolled at random at Infant Welfare Centers in Jerusalem. 25 received the soy formula, and 21 the cow milk-based formula. During the 2-month trial the infants did not receive any other foods. They were examined by the senior author every 2 weeks and weight, length and head circumference were measured at their Infant Welfare Clinic visits. The mothers filled questionnaires concerning the amount of formula ingested, the nature and number of stools, and complaints, such as crying. Both groups gained weight at the normal rate during the trial. In each group, the mothers were satisfied with the product and wanted to continue with it after the trial. We conclude that a soy-based formula containing starch is comparable to a cow milk formula containing star.
Mutahada
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Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem.
Leader
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Faber
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Freier
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