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[Literature library] Utilization of individual human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) by Bifidobacterium strains
HMOs are considered as main metabolites from human milk which have a direct impact on the gut microbiota composition of infants, yet how particular bacteria respond to individual HMO is not clear. In this study, 12 bacterial strains were isolated from breastfed infant faeces, so as to examine their ability to utilize 5 major HMOs* as a carbon source. Results showed that:
[Literature library] Factors influencing maternal vitamin D levels in China
A Chinese study has analyzed the influencing factors of maternal vitamin D deficiency among 3,080 pregnant women in Anhui, as well as explored the relationship between maternal vitamin D levels and common adverse pregnancy outcomes.
[Literature library] High sn-2 palmitate infant formula and gastrointestinal (GI) tolerance
This observational study highlights the remarkable improvement in stool characteristics and gastrointestinal (GI) tolerance of healthy term infants with a high sn-2 palmitate infant formula.
[Literature library] Iodine nutrition and timing of iodine supplement initiation
As demands for iodine grow during pregnancy and postpartum, pregnant and lactating women are groups vulnerable to iodine deficiency and subsequent thyroid dysfunction.
[Local data] Free sugar content in pre-packaged foods and beverages in Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, free sugars are found to be highly prevalent in pre-packaged foods, yet the data on free sugar content is limited. A local study including 18,784 pre-packaged foods from 14 major food groups and 54 minor food groups has been conducted, to assess their free sugar levels and identify the major types of free sugars present.
[Literature library] Bovine milk oligosaccharides (MOS) support gut microbiota development and intestinal immune defense
This is the first clinical trial demonstrating a substantial rise in bifidobacterial levels with an infant formula supplemented with 7.2 g/L bovine milk oligosaccharides (MOS) alone.
The SING Study – Diet quality of local preschool children and impact on development: Prof. Albert Lee
Lecture by Prof. Albert Lee during the HKNA x WNSC HK Online Symposium 2021 outlining findings from the SING (Studying Impact of Nutrition on Growth) study, that investigated dietary behavior and quality of local preschoolers aged 2 to 3 years