Table 3 Maternal milk macronutrient concentrations, dose and corresponding energy at 3 months post-partum
Macronutrient (Reference range, g/L) | Mean concentration (SD) | Daily dose (g/kg/day) | Energy (kJ/day) | Energy dose (kJ/kg/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fat (35–50) | 51.6 (13.2) | 4.4 | 595 | 120 |
Protein (9–12) | 6.6 (1.6) | 0.6 | 46 | 9 |
Lactose (60–100) | 76.7 (6.6) | 6.5 | 537 | 108 |
Total energy intake | 1178 | 237 | ||
Total estimated requirementa | 2400 | 456 | ||