Maternal probiotic supplementation linked to 'beneficial' infant weight and length

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Maternal probiotic supplementation linked to 'beneficial' infant weight and length

Maternal probiotic supplementation appears to be beneficial in terms of infant weight and length at 12 months, but does not affect the incidence of diarrhoea, according to a recent study by Nestlé.

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BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth​
"Effect of maternal supplement beverage with and without probiotics during pregnancy and lactation on maternal and infant health: a randomized controlled trial in the Philippines"​
Authors: Jacinto Mantaring, et al.

Links: https://www.nutraingredients.com/Article/2018/07/23/Maternal-probiotic-supplementation-linked-to-beneficial-infant-weight-and-length-Nestle-study

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