Artificially fed babies generally have weaker resistance and are more prone to illness compared to breastfed babies, mainly due to the following reasons:
1. Artificial formula cannot compare to breast milk.
No matter how advanced the formula is, it cannot provide a comprehensive range of nutrients like breast milk. It lacks various immune substances, enzymes, growth factors, etc., which is the biggest drawback of formula and the main reason for weaker resistance and susceptibility to illness in babies. If the formula is not specifically designed for babies, inadequate proportions or low levels of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, etc. can easily lead to deficiencies in trace elements, affecting appetite and overall health.
2. Artificial feeding increases the chances of pathogen invasion.
During the processing of milk or formula and the use of various feeding utensils for babies, there are many opportunities for infection, especially in hot summers. If sterilization is not thorough or there is any negligence, it can lead to bacterial or viral infections in babies, causing illness.
3. Artificially fed babies receive less maternal love.
Studies conducted by experts abroad have shown that babies directly breastfed or fed with expressed breast milk through bottles exhibit differences in mental state and physical development. This is even more significant for babies who do not receive any breast milk at all. Therefore, for babies who cannot be breastfed, mothers should provide more affection.
