Evaluation of the nutritional composition of growing-up milk available in the Brazilian market
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Alimentos Infantis, Nutrição da Criança, Substitutos do leite maternoAbstract
Introduction: The influence of consuming growing-up milk on the nutrition of infants is still unknown, despite the product driving a multimillion-dollar market. Objective: To evaluate the nutritional composition of the growing-up milk and the influence of its consumption on the daily macronutrient and energy needs of young children. Methods: The research was divided into three parts, namely: a) evaluation of nutritional composition and ingredients; b) comparison of the Brazilian growing-up milk with a proposed standardization; c) calculation of nutritional inadequacy and the influence of growing-up milk consumption in young children. Results: It was possible to categorize the product into three subgroups based on ingredients, namely: group 1 (whey, sugar, and vegetable fat), group 2 (added vitamins and minerals), and group 3 (a wide range of ingredients, no added sugars, and addition of bioactives). Overall, the growing-up milk is characterized by excess protein and added sugars, a predominance of saturated fats, and the presence of chemical additives. Compared to the proposed ideal composition, the Brazilian growing-up milk exceeds all analyzed nutrients. Finally, consuming two 200mL glasses of growing-up milk per day corresponds to 100% of daily protein needs, with children aged 0 to 11 months being the most affected. Conclusion: Regardless of the subgroup and ingredient, the product has a negative impact on children's health, and the younger the age of introduction, the greater the impact on health, potentially leading to the development of overweight and obesity.
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