There is table on page 356 of my book which I think succinctly describes
the fat content of human milk (as well as other components) compared to
milk-based formulas, and protein hydrolysate-based formulas.



>Does anyone know of a comparitive chart of breastmilk contents and formula
>contents that I could access quickly?  I've looked in my resources and can't
>find comparitive chart and really want a solid reference to give an MD who
>told a mom I'm seeing today that she should supplement her slow-gaining baby
>with formula because it has more fat than breastmilk-arrghh!  Mom was smart
>and didn't do it!  I'll send references I have (Human Lactation, Lawrence,
>etc) on contents of breastmilk if I can't find comparison but thought it
>would really prove to this MD that she's way off base.  Thanks!  (*Will be
>sending this with my written report in a day or two.)
>
>Barbara Latterner


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