Probiotics and Dysbiosis Improvement
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What is the potential consequence of iron deficiency during the first 6-12 months of life?

  • Increased appetite in adulthood
  • Delayed development of motor skills
  • Enhanced bioenergetics
  • Delayed development of the central nervous system (correct)

At what age are most babies ready to start consuming solid foods?

  • 9 months
  • 12 months
  • 2 months
  • 6 months (correct)

What is a sign that a baby may be ready for solid foods according to the text?

  • Opening mouth when food is presented (correct)
  • Crying when seeing food
  • Falling asleep while eating milk
  • Pushing food out with the tongue

How does the text suggest introducing solid foods to a baby?

<p>Being attentive and responsive to the baby's readiness cues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential effects can iron deficiency during infancy have on adult functioning?

<p>Persistent alterations in morphology and neurochemistry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Vitamin D in infant nutrition?

<p>Involvement in immunity, cell metabolism, and prevention of various diseases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much Vitamin D is recommended daily for all exclusive breastfed, healthy term infants during their first year of life?

<p>400 IU (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of iron-fortified formulas on breastfed infants?

<p>Iron-fortified formulas help maintain iron stores in breastfed infants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a rare but treatable cause of failure to thrive and developmental delays in infants?

<p>Vitamin B12 deficiency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was iron fortification implemented in infant formulas in 1959?

<p>To reduce the prevalence of iron deficiency anemia in formula-fed infants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential concern is mentioned in the text regarding the recommendation of breastfeeding as the feed of choice?

<p>Iron deficiency in susceptible infants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of infant nutrition, what is one of the documented benefits of breastfeeding that relates to long-term neurodevelopment?

<p>Improved intelligence scores (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one significant advantage of breast milk mentioned in the text regarding environmental and societal impact?

<p>It does not need breastmilk substitutes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which risk factor was difficult to control for in studies related to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?

<p>Smoking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one benefit of breastfeeding for maternal health mentioned in the text?

<p>Decreased menstrual blood loss (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended age to start transitioning a baby to cow milk as the main milk source?

<p>9-12 months (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of milk should not be offered to children under 2 years of age?

<p>Fortified soy beverage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long should one wait before introducing another common food allergen to a baby?

<p>2 days (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT recommended when it comes to avoiding foods for babies?

<p>Using rice or nut beverages as a child's main milk source (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of food is NOT recommended by the CPS for delaying beyond 6 months of age to prevent allergies?

<p>Honey (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of breastfeeding for infants?

<p>Reduces the risk of Vitamin D deficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component found in breast milk that benefits infants?

<p>Vitamin B12 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does breastfeeding help protect infants against certain infections, based on the text?

<p>By providing antibodies from the mother (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is NOT mentioned as one that breastfeeding helps protect infants against?

<p>Iron deficiency anemia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what is the role of Vitamin D in infant nutrition?

<p>Vitamin D is essential for proper bone development (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the use of probiotics and single bacterial strains for dysbiosis?

<p>They lack sufficient evidence to support favorable changes in microbiome. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest reducing the risk of cough/wheeze, diarrhea, and AOM in infants?

<p>Encouraging exclusive breastfeeding. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern related to feeding breast milk from a bottle as discussed in the text?

<p>Higher incidence of respiratory and gastrointestinal issues. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to reduce antibiotic use in infants according to the text?

<p>To avoid disrupting the infant's gut microbiota. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized by the text regarding over-sanitization in relation to infants?

<p>It may adversely affect the development of the infant's immune system. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for exclusive breastfeeding as per the Canadian Paediatric Society?

<p>Six months (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does alcohol consumption by a breastfeeding mother affect the infant?

<p>Alcohol passes into breast milk at concentrations similar to the mother's bloodstream (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What potential adverse effects can moderate alcohol consumption by a lactating mother have on infants?

<p>Decreased milk intake (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did iron deficiency during infancy impact child development?

<p>Impaired cognitive development (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what rate do infants detoxify alcohol in their first weeks of life compared to adults?

<p>At half the rate of adults (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long is breastfeeding recommended to continue according to the Canadian Paediatric Society?

<p>Two years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some potential adverse effects of drinking large amounts of alcohol for lactating women?

<p>Affect on milk flow (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is iron fortification important in infant formulas?

<p>To prevent iron deficiency in infants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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