On 23 Sep 2002 at 8:16, Pat W wrote:

> I came across an article about probiotics at this link (I hope it
> hasn't already been posted):
>
> http://www.the-scientist.com/yr2002/jul/research_020722.html
>
> Here's the part about breastmilk and infant formula:
>
> >>>He predicts, for example, that prebiotic additives aimed at
> >>>fostering the
> growth of certain intestinal microbes in bottlefed babies will find
> their way into infant milk formulas within the next two years.

It was introduced in Nutricia's standard formula this summer. In Dutch it is called
prebiotische vezels, and advertised on the boxes by a bear (0-6 months) or happy baby
(6months +) with a green tick on its tummy.

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