Breast vs. formula: which diet shapes baby brains best?
NCT ID NCT00616395
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study followed 600 healthy infants from 2 months to 6 years old to see how being fed mostly breast milk, milk-based formula, or soy-based formula affects their growth, body composition, and brain function. Researchers measured physical development and neurobehavioral milestones. The goal is to better understand how early diet influences long-term health and development.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help parents and doctors understand which infant diet supports the best growth and brain development.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all infants.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Arkansas Children's Nutrition Center
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202, United States
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