Patient's question:
My baby is 51 days old and drinks formula milk. The help I want to get: I want to ask if the water temperature is too low when mixing formula milk will affect the baby's digestion?Doctor's answer:
Yes, there is a technique to mixing powdered milk. The water and water temperature used for mixing powdered milk are crucial. So, how exactly is it done? Below, we will focus on the key aspects of water temperature when mixing powdered milk. When mixing powdered milk, it is important to consider not only what type of water to use but also the optimal temperature, as this directly affects the nutritional value of the milk. If the water temperature is too high, it can lead to two main issues: first, the powdered milk may clump together and not dissolve properly; second, the whey protein in the milk may form clumps, affecting digestion and absorption. Many parents often choose boiling water to mix powdered milk, either for sterilization or for faster dissolution. However, this method is not recommended. While high water temperature can indeed kill bacteria, it also destroys the nutritional value of the powdered milk, making all the effort of carefully selecting and purchasing the milk pointless. When mixing powdered milk, it is important to consider not only what type of water to use but also the optimal temperature, as this directly affects the nutritional value of the milk.