Infant Diet Effects on Brain Function and Language Processing (fMRI)

Effects of Neonatal Diet on Language, Neurocognitive Functions at Eight Years Old: fMRI, ERP and Standardized Behavioral Measures

The purpose of this study is to identify neurocognitive functions and language processing of 8-year-old children who were fed either breast milk, milk-based formula or soy-based formula during the first year of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthy 8-year-old children
• Full term
• Birth weight between the 5th - 95th weight-for-age
• Use of Breast milk, milk-based formula or soy-based formula throughout first year of life
• English as primary language
• Right handed first visit
• BMI between 5th - 95th percentile-for-age

Exclusion Criteria:

• Children with sleep disorders
• Children who use certain medications that may interfere with study assessments
• Illnesses or diseases or conditions that may interfere with study assessments