The Economic Impact of Lower Protein Infant Formula for the Children of Overweight and Obese Mothers.

ABSTRACT: The global prevalence of obesity is rising rapidly, highlighting the importance of understanding risk factors related to the condition. Childhood obesity, which has itself become increasingly prevalent, is an important predictor of adulthood obesity. Studies suggest that the protein content consumed in infanthood is an important predictor of weight gain in childhood, which may contribute to higher body mass index (BMI). For instance, there is evidence that a lower protein infant formula (lpIF) for infants of overweight or obese mothers can offer advantages over currently-used infant formulas with regard to preventing excessive weight gain. The current study used health economic modelling to predict the long-term clinical and economic outcomes in Mexico associated with lpIF compared to a cu

SUBMITTER: Marsh K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4728632 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature