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Lifestyle
Dr. Steven A. Abrams

Ask the Pediatrician: How do I know these unfamiliar brands of infant formula on store shelves are safe?

Q: Why am I seeing brands of baby formula I’ve never heard of, and are they safe?

A: To help ease the national shortage of baby formula, the United States government is importing several brands that weren't previously sold here. If you see them in your grocery store or pharmacy, then they have been imported based on special regulations and review to make sure they meet safety and nutritional standards.

They are all brands widely used in Europe and Australia among other places with demonstrated safety.

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