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Feeding of infants from birth to one year age

SUMMARY

They enphasize the value of breast feeding and food hygiene, of food and their main functions in the human body. They indicate the importance of appropriate feeding for child growth, pointing out the basic requirement and conditions to be considered: quantity, schedule of meals, appearance of food, dosage, balanced diet and ambiental conditions.

They enfhasize the value of breast feeding and food hygiene, particularly during the child's first month of life, when alimentary mistakes can interfere more readily with the growing process. Food problems of the suckling are considered. Suggestions and recommendations in relations to breast feeding practice are included.

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