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Infant formulas

Definition:

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

Alternative Names:
Formula feeding; Bottle feeding

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Function:

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

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