A University of Kansas study reveals most U.S. infant formulas contain harmful added sugars, contradicting federal dietary guidelines.
Only five formulas used natural lactose, but they are no longer available; others rely on unhealthy sugars like corn syrup solids.
Excessive sugar intake in infants can lead to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, while harming gut health and immune development.
U.S. regulations lack transparency, as infant formula labels are not required to disclose added sugars, leaving parents uninformed.
Researchers call for stricter regulations, prioritizing natural lactose, and addressing systemic barriers to breastfeeding, such as inadequate parental leave.
A new study from the University of Kansas has found that the majority of infant formulas sold in the U.S. are packed with added sugars, posing serious risks to babies’ health and development. Published on February 24 in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, the research highlights how these sugar-laden formulas contradict federal dietary guidelines and medical recommendations, leaving parents with few healthy options.
https://dailynewsfromaolf.substack.com/p/most-us-infant-formulas-are-loaded
Only five formulas used natural lactose, but they are no longer available; others rely on unhealthy sugars like corn syrup solids.
Excessive sugar intake in infants can lead to obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, while harming gut health and immune development.
U.S. regulations lack transparency, as infant formula labels are not required to disclose added sugars, leaving parents uninformed.
Researchers call for stricter regulations, prioritizing natural lactose, and addressing systemic barriers to breastfeeding, such as inadequate parental leave.
A new study from the University of Kansas has found that the majority of infant formulas sold in the U.S. are packed with added sugars, posing serious risks to babies’ health and development. Published on February 24 in the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, the research highlights how these sugar-laden formulas contradict federal dietary guidelines and medical recommendations, leaving parents with few healthy options.
https://dailynewsfromaolf.substack.com/p/most-us-infant-formulas-are-loaded
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@abgreport That would explain a lot. *Sigh* When are we going to see court cases and public hangings. We just don’t live in that timeline…
