Based on a recent study conducted by Abbott, a global healthcare leader, shows that when PediaSure, along with dietary counseling, is given to undernourished children they had two times height improvement and approximately 50% greater gain in lean mass compared to those who only received dietary counseling over an eight month period. Lean mass refers to muscles, bones, organs and everything in the body except body fat. Children also had other health benefits like fewer sick days, higher energy levels and better nutritional intake.
The study included a total of 330 young children of varying ages (2-5 years old) who are undernourished or at-risk of being one. These children are below the healthy height for their ages. For eight months, the families and children either drank two servings of PediaSure Plus a day or continued their habitual milk intake. Growth and other health assessments were taken throughout the study.
1. Quality Growth- in addition to height and lean mass improvements, the children developed longer and stronger bones. They had longer leg lenth and 40% more gain in bone density, with no extra fat gain.
2. Enhanced Immunity- 37% fewer sick days and 37% fewer missed school days.
3. Better Appetite and Improved Nutritional Status- higher parent-reported development and calcium absorption and utilization.
4. High Energy Levels- more energetic, as reported by parents.
According to Dr. Mandy Ow, Senior Clinical Scientist at Abbott's Nutrition Research and Development Center in Singapore, "This study emphasizes the profound impact of nutrition on growth, development and overall health. Our research demonstrates that addressing undernutrition with nutrition supplements can support a child's development beyond just visible height by promoting overall quality growth."
Abbott has been at the forefront when it comes to doing research and study related to healthcare and they've been doing this for decades. Research has shown that nutrition supplements that provide a complete blend of macronutrients and micronutrients are effective in promoting growth in children with undernutrition.
"Proper nutrition is the foundation for growth and health, and can support children through critical growth periods," said Dr. Jennifer Olay, a pediatric gastroenterologist and nutrition expert. "Nutrition during early childhood, especially in the first five years, supports physical growth and builds strength, resilience and immunity."
The latest PediaSure Plus with PeptiGro System is a unique combination of important nutrients, including natural vitamin K2, arginine and casein phosphopeptides (CPPs), which helps support optimal growth among children.
"Abbott has been pioneering nutrition research and science-based nutrition solutions with the goal of improving the health and well-being of people around the world- including in the Philippines," said Dr. Jose Rodolfo Dimaano, Jr., Medical Director for Abbott's Nutrition Business in Asia Pacific. "With the introduction of PediaSurePlus with the upgraded PeptiGro System, we aim to deliver the right nutrients and novel ingredients- like CPP- to help Filipino children reach their growth potential."
PediaSure Plus with PeptiGro System is now available in leading drugstores, groceries and online retails stores (Shopee and Lazada). It is still best to consult with your child's pediatrician when it comes to proper nutrients and other health concerns for your child / children.
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