Protein Metabolism During Infancy

A review of recent findings on protein metabolism during infancy. Close attention is paid to the protein requirements of low-birthweight, very low-birthweight, and small-for-gestational-age infants, and to the essential amino acid requirements of those with inborn errors of metabolism.

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This volume reviews recent findings on protein metabolism during infancy and presents authoritative recommendations on optimal protein intake for infants. Close attention is given to the protein requirements of low-birthweight, very-low-birthweight, and small-for-gestational-age infants and to the essential amino acid requirements of infants with inborn errors of metabolism. The protein needs of healthy full-term infants, both during the first four months and during weaning, are also examined. Other chapters focus on the quality of protein in human milk and in formulas; the digestibility and absorption of protein in infants; the role of essential and nonessential amino acids in neonatal nutrition; the significance of nucleic: acids, nucleotides, and related compounds; and the role of tumour necrosis factor in protein metabolism.