Late metabolic acidosis in newborns are caused due to feeding of which formula:: (A) Whey predominant, (B) Casein predominant, (C) Both of the above, (D) None of the above
Answer is B. Casein dominant formulas or cow's milk has higher concentration of aromatic acids like tyrosine and phenylalanine that may lead to late metabolic acidosis. Ref: Nutrition and Child Development, K.E. Elizabeth, 4th edition pg: 26