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Is Soy Lecithin In Food Bad For Infants With G6PD Deficiencies?

I want to give my baby a lactose free milk since his poo is still not solid until now... But most Lactose Free milk contains soybean oil or soy lecithin. So I want to know if soy lecithin in baby foods and milk is also bad for babies with G6PD Deficiencies? Thank you
Tue, 3 Feb 2015
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Pediatrician, Cardiology 's  Response
Hello
G6PD deficiency can be precipitated by various food materials and medication. A g6pd deficient person should avoid all these items. Soy lecithin also decreases g6pd levels.
So I would suggest you to avoid the soy food and make a list of items to be avoided with the help of your pediatrician.
Regards
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Is Soy Lecithin In Food Bad For Infants With G6PD Deficiencies?

Hello G6PD deficiency can be precipitated by various food materials and medication. A g6pd deficient person should avoid all these items. Soy lecithin also decreases g6pd levels. So I would suggest you to avoid the soy food and make a list of items to be avoided with the help of your pediatrician. Regards