date:Mar 29, 2013
mula or formula fortified with prebiotics.
The studies reported whether or not the children developed allergic reactions, such as asthma, eczema or hives between four months and two years of age.
Overall, the prebiotic formula did not prevent babies from developing asthma or hives compared to babies fed regular formula, but there was evidence to suggest it may protect against eczema.
Specifically, about 8 percent of 634 babies fed formula with prebiotics developed eczema, compared to about 12