Question
Which formula milk is easier for picky eaters to accept?
Answer
Most formula milks on the market today are similar to breast milk in composition, with only slight differences in individual components and quantities. Breast milk contains 27% of protein as α-lactalbumin, while in cow’s milk, α-lactalbumin accounts for only 4% of the total protein. α-lactalbumin provides the closest amino acid composition to breast milk, enhancing the biological utilization of protein, reducing the total protein content, and thereby effectively reducing the baby’s kidney burden. Additionally, α-lactalbumin contains neurotransmitters that regulate sleep, helping infants sleep better and promoting brain development. Therefore, it is advisable to choose formula milk with a content of α-lactalbumin that is closer to breast milk.