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Infant formulas

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Definition

Infant formulas are food products designed to provide for the nutritional needs of infants. They include powders, concentrates, or ready-to-use forms.

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Alternative Names

Formula feeding; Bottle feeding


Function

Infant formulas act as a nutritional source for infants less than 1 year of age.


Review Date: 10/23/2006
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, JD, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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