Hypoallergenic formula does not help prevent baby allergies

Hypoallergenic formula seems to have no difference in reducing a baby’s allergies, compared to regular formula. — AFP

Newborns, especially those who are not breastfed and are particularly vulnerable to developing allergies, are often prescribed hypoallergenic milk formulas.

However, according to a French study published in the journal Pediatric Allergy and Immunology, the effectiveness of these formulas is yet to be proven.