A few
of the problems with these dairy
proteins are the high incidence
of bovine
protein intolerance associated with intestinal inflammation, bleeding, and diarrhea; the slow
breakdown of these large
proteins in the tiny system, preventing additional formula feedings as early as they are needed for proper caloric intake; and the increased risk
of developing childhood diabetes — the risk being
greater the earlier cow's milk
proteins are introduced (all
of these topics are addressed elsewhere in the book).
The blend also sustained a
greater positive net amino acid balance than whey, suggesting there is less muscle
protein breakdown during the time period shortly after consumption
of a blended
protein product.