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Artificial milks do reduce bilirubin
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Gourley GR. NeoReviews Feb 2000; 1(2): e25-30

That does NOT mean that infants should be given artificial milks to prevent 
jaundice.  Infants should be breastfed more frequently to prevent excessive 
jaundice, but bilirubin is a potent anti-oxidant, and is meant to be there to 
protect the infant.

Nancy E. Wight MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP
Neonatologist
Medical Director, Lactation Services
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women
San Diego, CA USA
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