Análise nutritiva dos substitutos do leite de vaca

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to highlight in the form of literature review possible substitutes to milk and nutritionally analyze the benefit of replacing cow's milk and it discusses lactose, considered one of the main carbohydrate found in milk and other dairy source animal. Since the lactase is a β -galactosidase, or a disaccharide contained in the border of the epithelial cells responsible for the enzymatic hydrolysis of lactose, the monosaccharides that originates products, glucose and galactose. Among the possibilities available to confirm the diagnosis of allergy and intolerance to cow's milk stands out the Subcutaneous and oral provocation tests. A correct diagnosis and treatment are key to preventing damage to the child's development. There is no cure for allergy and intolerance of cow's milk protein, but several treatments are available. Among these treatments indicated: the replacement of animal milk by dairy milks, elimination diets, hypoallergenic formulas, and drug formulas. Restrict foods will prevent disease outbreaks can cause serious nutritional imbalances , especially during the first year of life. So it is important to encourage breastfeeding in the first six months of life. A thorough understanding of this pathology and early intervention for all health professionals are essential to prevent the signs and symptoms of lactose intolerance and allergy to cow 's milk protein.