Studies show that freeze-drying breast milk protects precious nutrients like probiotics, enzymes and antibodies long-term.
CALGARY, Alberta, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As more moms are interested in optimizing breastfeeding, a new industry has grown out of freeze-dried breast milk. Booby Food was the first company worldwide to bring this service to homes, not only to preserve mom's stashes beyond the 12 months of frozen breastmilk (CDC), but also to make traveling with breast milk easy. The first years of life are critical for babies and breast milk is the gold standard for providing nourishment for babies. Freeze drying breast milk means it is shelf-stable for years, travel friendly and can be added to foods, giving babies long term exposure to the benefits of breast milk well past the bottle stage.
According to recent news, $3 million in funding was provided to a powdered breast milk startup working with hospitals. Booby Food, which works with the consumer market, sees this as a welcome step forward in promoting the health benefits of proper breast milk storage for families and encouraging more avenues of support for their services.
"The legitimacy is great for us, as we're pushing for more regulation as new companies pop up," said Janna Hattingh, founder of Canadian-based Booby Food. "In the U.S., there is no FDA-approved breast milk freeze-drying company, so each new pop-up basically governs itself, which may pose issues if safety and proper food handling procedures are not prioritized."
Booby Food utilizes a specialized lyophilization process to remove only the water in breastmilk and packages the nourishing powder in ready-to-use pouches delivered right to doorsteps. With all the conveniences of infant formula, freeze-dried breast milk is perfect for on-the-go, traveling, caregivers or transitioning back into the workplace.
"In Canada, we have stringent health parameters with health inspectors. We currently work with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to further provide confidence for our clients in trusting their stash with Booby Food," Hattingh explained.
The CDC states that breastfed babies have a lower risk of asthma, obesity, type 1 diabetes, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Breastfed babies are also less likely to have ear infections and stomach bugs since breast milk shares antibodies from the mother with her baby.
Freeze-dried breast milk retains more nutrients than traditional freezer storage. It's shelf stable, travel-friendly and can be added to baby's meals as they grow, long past breastfeeding. When stored properly, the milk can be safely used within three to five years.
"Creating a strong foundation for babies and children starts in the beginning and nutrition is front and center," Hattingh added. "If we can help give babies breast milk for as long as possible, the health benefits are enormous."
For more information, visit http://www.boobyfood.com.
About Booby Food:
Booby Food turns breast milk into a freeze-dried powder, ensuring little ones don't miss out on essential protein, fats, calories and immune-boosting antibodies. Nutrient retention is their main priority. Booby Food is conveniently packed in 15-gram bags. Long live your breast milk!
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