Infant formula for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

Cornelia Jacoba Wilhelmina Owens; I L Labuschagne; M J Lombard

Infant formula for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease

Cornelia Jacoba Wilhelmina Owens Stellenbosch University
I L Labuschagne Stellenbosch University
M J Lombard Stellenbosch University

Keywords: Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, infant, Thickened feeding

Abstract

Thickened infant formula is widely used as a first-line treatment for gastro-oesophageal reflux (GOR) in infants. The use thereof remains controversial, and conflicting evidence exists with regards to its efficiency. The safety of anti-reflux formula has been proven, with only a few adverse effects reported, making it safe for infants with mild symptoms of reflux.

Author Biographies

Cornelia Jacoba Wilhelmina Owens, Stellenbosch University

BSc Dietetics Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University

I L Labuschagne, Stellenbosch University

BSc Dietetics Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University

M J Lombard, Stellenbosch University

PhD Nutrition Information Centre Stellenbosch University

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Published

2012-01-26

Issue

Vol 54, No 2 - March/April 2012

Section

CPD

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