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Home » Risks of powdered infant formula

Risks of powdered infant formula

Be careful when using powdered formulas, as there is always a risk of contamination since they are not sterile.

Researchers find botulism-causing spores in US infant formula
www.examiner.com
In a newly published study, researchers in the U.S. have identified botulinum spores in multiple containers of commercial infant formula.
Here are some guidelines for avoiding the microbiological risks of powdered infant formula:
EFSA Panel advises on how to avoid microbiological risks in infant formulae, at home and in hospital (Nov 2004)

Updated on January 12, 2018Filed Under: Blog Posts Tagged With: health-child, milk-infant-formula

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