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Microbes may be added to supplements for C-section babies

A major research project involving Cork-based APC Microbiome Ireland may see missing microbes being added to infant supplements or formula to rebalance babies’ gut bacteria.

Microbes may be added to supplements for C-section babies

Fri, 13 Mar, 2020 - 06:30

Evelyn Ring

Babies’ gut bacteria can be upset by C-section birth. A new formula aims to correct this. Picture: Corbis

A major research project involving Cork-based APC Microbiome Ireland may see missing microbes being added to infant supplements or formula to rebalance babies’ gut bacteria.

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