How infant feeding affects gut health and immunity
This study looks at how different feeding methods (like breast milk or formula) affect the development of healthy bacteria in a baby's gut and their immune system. It may help us understand what helps babies stay healthy.
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Who can take part
- Your baby is healthy and born at full term (not premature).
- You have already decided how you will feed your baby (breast milk, formula, or both).
- Your baby is a newborn or young infant.
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