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Dr. Jose Rodolfo Dimaano,
Jr., Area Medical Director for Pacific Asia at Abbott (right), and renowned
Pediatric Gastroenterologist Dr. Jenniffer Olay (center) led the discussion at
the "Essential Conversations" event held at the Shangri-La Makati
Hotel. This gathering brought together media professionals and mommy bloggers
to discuss strategies for boosting children's immunity. Moderated by event host
and fellow mommy Cerah Hernandez (left), the session served as a platform for
sharing valuable insights and information on protecting young ones from illness
and ensuring their overall nutritional well-being. This essential gathering of
insights and shared knowledge was proudly presented by Abbott.
Abbott today announced the launch of Similac Essencia®+, the
company’s next generation of milk formula with a blend of five different HMOs
(human milk oligosaccharides), BB-12 probiotics and nucleotides. This new
formula provides nutrition to support children’s growth, development and
overall health, including their developing brains, immune and digestive
systems.
Gut health is increasingly recognized as a
cornerstone of overall wellness, particularly in young children. Seventy
percent of the immune system resides in the gut, which is why it is crucial to
support children’s developing digestive system and provide the building blocks
they need from the start.[2] The
gut houses a balance of bacteria that plays an important role in overall
health. However, there are instances when there aren’t enough good bacteria,
which is common in children born via c-section or frequent users of
antibiotics. This imbalance may put these children’s immunity at risk.
''One of the best-kept secrets in
preventing illness and boosting the immune system can be found in the gut
because of the strong connection between a child’s gut and their immune
system,'' said Dr. Jose Dimaano, Jr., nutrition medical director for Abbott in
Asia Pacific. ''After delivering the first pediatric formula with HMOs in 2016,
we are launching our latest formula which is specially designed to optimize gut
health so we can help parents keep children healthy now and in the future.''
Abbott has pioneered research on HMOs in
milk formula, supporting the first and many published studies on the addition
of HMOs in pediatric formula. Since introducing the world’s first milk formula
with 2′-FL HMO, the company has added four
additional HMOs to its milk formula. Similac Essencia®+ with
five HMOs, BB-12 probiotics and nucleotides helps restore gut balance and
rebuild immunity – helping reduce infection and sick days. [3],[4]
Abbott recently introduced its latest
product in pediatric nutrition, Similac Essencia+, specially designed to
support immunity in children. The product was launched during the Essential
Conversations event, led by Abbott General Manager Mike Escobar(left) and
Abbott Area Medical Director for Pacific Asia, Dr. Jose Rodolfo Dimaano
Jr.(right).
The new Similac Essencia+! is specially
formulated with our highest levels of 5HMOs, BB-12 Probiotics, and Nucleotides
to help rebuild your child’s immunity (vs other Abbott milk formulas, with
balanced meals and exercise).
The introduction of Similac Essencia® +
is part of Abbott’s ongoing commitment to support Filipino children’s
health from an early age.
Similac Essencia®+ is now
available in all major supermarkets nationwide and online retail stores Lazada
& Shopee. For more information on the science of Similac Essencia®+,
visit https://www.family.abbott/ph-en/similac-gainschool/home.html.
About
Abbott:
Abbott is a global
healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our
portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with
leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals
and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Connect with us at
www.abbott.com, on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/, on Facebook
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