Infants
Honey should not be fed to infants under one year of age
Updated on 04/08/2016
Keywords : Infants, Infant botulism
Infant botulism is a rare disease, occurring in children under one year of age. Resistant forms (spores) of the bacteria responsible for this disease (Clostridium botulinum) can be found in dust and some soils. Carried by bees, the spores can then be found in honey. As a result of increased cases of infant botulism since 2004, the Agency emphasises that, irrespective of its origin, honey should not be fed to infants under one year of age.
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Milk for infants under one year of age
Updated on 04/08/2016
Keywords : Pregnant women, Infants
Further to several serious cases reported in infants below one year of age who were fed partially or exclusively with plant-based beverages presented as "plant milks" (soy, rice, almond, chestnut, quinoa, etc.) or milks of animal origin (goat, donkey, mare, etc.), ANSES launched a formal internal request. Analysis of the nutritional composition of these products shows that they are not suitable for the needs of infants. The Agency reiterates that breast milk is the most suitable food for infants. In the absence of breast-feeding or as a supplement for breast-feeding, only infant formulas or follow-on formulas approved in health regulations cover the nutritional needs of infants.
Infant feeding bottles: how should they be prepared and stored?
Updated on 04/08/2016
Keywords : Pregnant women, Infants
The conditions for preparing, handling and storing infant feeding bottles are essential to ensuring a healthy infant. They help prevent microbial contamination that can cause serious infections, particularly in premature or low-weight infants.
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