My baby is not growing and is not getting enough nutrition. Should I make the milk powder more concentrated?

This statement is totally wrong.

Deliberately increasing the concentration of milk powder when preparing it for your baby will not only fail to help your baby grow taller, it may even have a negative impact on your baby's health.

First of all, the mixing ratio of milk powder is scientifically calculated and strictly tested to ensure that the baby can get the right amount of nutrition. If the concentration of milk powder is increased arbitrarily, it may cause the baby to take in too much protein, fat, sugar, etc., which exceeds the tolerance of the baby's digestive system, thus causing constipation, indigestion and other problems.

Secondly, overly concentrated milk powder will increase the burden on the baby's kidneys. The baby's kidney function has not yet fully developed, and long-term intake of high-concentration milk powder may cause kidney damage and even cause more serious health problems.

In addition, if the concentration of milk powder is too high, it may cause the baby to consume too many calories and increase the risk of obesity. The growth rate of the baby is affected by many factors such as genetics, nutrition, sleep, exercise, etc. Simply increasing the concentration of milk powder cannot effectively promote the growth and development of the baby.

The correct approach should be: 1. Choose formula milk powder suitable for the baby's age group and mix it according to the recommended ratio on the package. 2. Ensure that the baby gets balanced nutrition, including protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals. 3. As the baby grows older, add complementary foods in time to increase the variety of food and nutrient sources. 4. Ensure that the baby has enough sleep and proper exercise to promote physical growth and development.

In short, when preparing milk powder for your baby, you should strictly follow the recommended ratio and do not increase the concentration of milk powder at will. If you are worried that your baby's nutritional intake is insufficient, you should consult a professional doctor or nutritionist for scientific advice and guidance, rather than simply solving the problem by increasing the concentration of milk powder.

Author | Master of Doubao Food Processing and Safety

Review | Ruan Guangfeng, Deputy Director of Kexin Food and Health Information Exchange Center