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Nutrition
Human milk macronutrient composition and intake in relation to preterm infant growth: a cohort study
Eakkarin Mekangkul, Chonnikant Visuthranukul, Anongnart Sirisabya, Thaninee Chitsinchayakul, Santi Punnahitananda, Sirinuch Chomtho
Clin Exp Pediatr. 2026;69(5):428-436.   Published online April 22, 2026
Question: Is macronutrient intake, particularly that from human milk, distinctly associated with the growth of preterm infants?
Finding: Total protein and fat intake derived from human milk and fortifiers showed distinct positive associations with weight gain velocity.
Meaning: Particular attention to protein and fat composition during individualized human milk fortification can optimize weight gain in preterm infants.


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