Judy Richie quoted: "Several bifidobacterium strains from resident
infant human gastrointestinal microflora exert antimicrobial activity,
suggesting that they could participate in the 'barrier effect' produced
by the indigenous microflora," the researchers conclude. They note that
bifidobacteria are the predominant intestinal organisms in breast-fed
infants." Thanks for the valuable reference, Judy.

Now, all we need to know is the effect of formula on these
bifidobacterium strains. i.e.: night feeds in the hospital.

Phyllis Adamson, BA, IBCLC
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