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Probiotics and synbiotics administered to young infants: perceptions and acceptability amongst carers and healthcare workers in Western Kenya

2024-12-24

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<h4>Background</h4> A contributory factor to childhood undernutrition is poor gut health occurring within the first 6-12 weeks of life despite exclusive breast feeding. Pro/synbiotic administration may protect gut health. A qualitative study was conducted amongst mothers/carers and healthcare workers (HCWs) to explore their perceptions and the acceptability of pro/synbiotics administration in early life. <h4>Metho...

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DOI: 10.1101/2024.12.20.24319230

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