Nutrition & Clinical Resources
Much has been written about infant and early childhood health. Below you’ll find a selection of featured
topics that reflect current research, opinions, and discussions in the field. This includes information on
stage-based nutrition as
well as relevant health issues, such as allergy, obesity, and prematurity.
Stage-based nutrition
As a healthcare provider, you play an essential role in helping expectant mothers choose the right nutrition for
themselves and their developing babies. Healthy eating choices and adequate nutrition intake during pregnancy can go a
long way in supporting a baby’s growth and development.
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Gerber recommends breastfeeding as an integral part of the Gerber® Start Healthy, Stay Healthy™
Nutrition System. Breastfeeding provides an infant with the best possible start in life. Breastmilk is the optimal
nutrition source for infants, due not only to its nutritional profile but also to naturally occurring immunological
components. Together these factors promote healthy growth and development and support for a healthy immune
system.
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The nutrition and feeding needs of a growing child vary according to their age. Learn how you can help parents
successfully manage their children’s transitions from exclusive breastfeeding or formula feeding to a diet
including infant cereals and other complementary foods.
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Dietary patterns that develop during the earliest stages of life can help influence growth and development throughout
childhood. Therefore, it is crucial to provide parents with nutrition and feeding guidance so they can help their
child develop a love of healthy food.
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Health Topics
Adequate nutrient intake and a balanced diet provide a strong foundation for the development of a healthy immune
system. Breastfeeding, incorporating probiotics into the diet, immunizations, and environmental exposure can help
contribute to healthy immune system development.
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Adequate nutrient intake and a balanced diet provide a strong foundation for the development of a healthy immune
system. Breastfeeding, incorporating probiotics into the diet, immunizations, and environmental exposure can help
contribute to healthy immune system development.
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Digestive health can have a significant impact on the health and happiness of a child. This is especially evident
in colicky infants. Adequate intake of prebiotics, fiber, and probiotics can help children maintain the flourishing
gut microbiota necessary for a healthy GI tract.
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The prevalence of children 2 to 5 years of age who are overweight or obese has doubled in the past 30 years.
Chronic diseases associated with obesity in adulthood are now being seen in childhood, including type-2 diabetes,
cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and sleep apnea.
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Infants born prematurely have unique nutritional needs. The nutrition provided during the first days, weeks, and
months after birth can have a lifelong impact.
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