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...this surgery may be needed due to necrotizing enterocolitis (a condition that occurs in premature infants and leads to the death of bowel tissue) or congenital bowel defects (such as midgut volvulus, omphalocele or gastroschisis). Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Infants with SBS cannot absorb enough water, vitamins, and other nutrients from breast milk or formula to live. The main treatment is nutritional support. At first, total parenteral nutrition or TPN (where nutrition is delivered directly...

...materials. We want to ensure they will keep the contents fresh until the expiration date. Another is the stability of the ingredients. For instance, some fats lose quality faster than others – think fresh walnuts versus vegetable oil for cooking. We want to ensure that the product is fresh for the full shelf-life. A related factor is to ensure that the nutrients in the product are going to be present at the levels printed on...

...Q: My child has multiple food allergies including milk, eggs, and soy. With such a restricted diet, I am worried about his nutrition. Is he getting enough nutrients in his diet? A: As we know, there is no cure for food allergies. The only way to manage them is by eliminating the specific allergen from the diet. Most food-allergic children are at an increased risk of nutritional deficiencies especially when they have allergies to...

...eat out of necessity and because their body needs the nutrients the food will provide. With that said if you have a young child, follow their hunger cues. If you feel that they are gaining weight too quickly later in life, you may want to consult your doctor or dietitian. Medical Factors. Most often FTT is caused by allergies or GI conditions such as: Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), which can cause an irritated esophagus which...

...food allergies can impair the body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food properly. Once food allergies are diagnosed, entire food groups may be eliminated from the diet. Such a restricted diet can make it difficult to get enough nutrition. Gastrointestinal conditions(such as GERD, chronic diarrhea, celiac, etc) Metabolic disorders Infections/illnesses Physical conditions (such as heart conditions, cleft palates, etc) How is Failure to Thrive Managed? The child’s healthcare provider will determine the best course of...