Is Hydrolyzed Milk Formula Nutritious?

Hydrolyzed formula milk powder is nutritious, and there is not much difference in nutrition between it and regular formula milk powder. Hydrolyzed formula milk powder refers to milk powder in which the whey protein contained is partially or completely hydrolyzed through advanced hydrolysis technology, breaking down the large, difficult-to-digest protein molecules into smaller, gentler protein molecules. The nutritional value of hydrolyzed formula milk powder is no different from regular formula milk powder, as both can provide babies with amino acids, lactose, fats, and other nutrients that contribute to their growth. However, hydrolyzed formula milk powder is more conducive to absorption in the baby's intestines and is less likely to cause allergies. Hydrolyzed formula milk powder is mainly targeted at infants with special medical conditions such as functional gastrointestinal diseases and cow's milk protein allergy. The protein molecules in hydrolyzed formula milk powder are very small, with the primary purpose of helping these babies with special needs overcome their allergic periods and gradually adapt their intestines and stomach. Once the allergic symptoms disappear and the intestines, stomach, and immune system gradually develop, they can switch back to regular whole protein formula milk powder. Although small protein molecules are easy to absorb, they do not effectively exercise the baby's gastrointestinal function. Long-term intake of small protein molecules can hinder the development of the baby's gastrointestinal digestive system and immune system. Therefore, it is not recommended to consume hydrolyzed formula milk powder for a long time. When feeding, parents should pay attention to the feeding amount of formula milk powder, which should be suitable for the baby's age, and also pay attention to hygiene, regularly sterilizing the baby bottles.