Method of increasing lean body mass and reducing body fat mass in infants
US9040075B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 17, 2004 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2002/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed is a method of increasing lean body mass and reducing fat body mass in infants, said method comprising administration to an infant, term or preterm, a nutritional formula comprising a source of DHA and ARA. It has been found that the administration of DHA and ARA, or a source thereof, in infants can increase lean body mass and reduce fat body mass, when compared to an unsupplemented control formula, without impacting the total overall growth of the infant. This method is especially useful in preterm infants.
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