138. The Dark Truth About US Baby Formula & What’s Really Inside

The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka

Gary Brecka

Health & Fitness

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🗓️ 6 February 2025

⏱️ 9 minutes

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Could the baby formula you’re feeding your child be programming their metabolic future? The modern infant formula industry holds a provocative secret: the stark divide between US and European standards isn’t just about regulation - it’s about fundamental biological programming at the cellular level. Join Gary Brecka as he deconstructs the molecular differences between US and European formulas, revealing why ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, soy protein isolate, and palm oil could be affecting your baby’s development in ways you never imagined. Are you ready to decode the science of optimal infant nutrition? Watch now to understand how every ingredient choice shapes your child’s metabolic future. Join Gary Brecka’s FREE 3-Day Morning Routine Challenge! 🗓️ LIVE February 19-21 👉 Sign up now: https://bit.ly/4gaZ8DK Gain exclusive access to Gary Brecka’s proven wellness protocols, designed to empower you with peak health, vitality, and mental clarity: https://bit.ly/4ai0Xwg Thank you to our partners: ECHO GO+ HYDROGEN WATER BOTTLE - USE CODE “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3xG0Pb8 BODYHEALTH - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: http://bit.ly/4e5IjsV BAJA GOLD - USE CODE "ULTIMATE10" FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3WSBqUa EIGHT SLEEP - SAVE $350 ON THE POD 4 ULTRA WITH CODE “GARY”: https://bit.ly/3WkLd6E STRENGTH TRAINING EQUIPMENT - THE ULTIMATE HUMAN: https://bit.ly/3zYwtSl COLD LIFE - THE ULTIMATE HUMAN PLUNGE: https://bit.ly/4eULUKp WHOOP - GET 1 FREE MONTH WHEN YOU JOIN!: https://bit.ly/3VQ0nzW MASA CHIPS - GET 20% OFF YOUR FIRST $50+ ORDER: https://bit.ly/40LVY4y VANDY - USE CODE “ULTIMATE20” FOR 20% OFF: https://bit.ly/49Qr7WE PARKER PASTURES - PREMIUM GRASS-FED MEATS: https://bit.ly/4hHcbhc AION - USE CODE “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/4h6KHAD HAPBEE - FEEL BETTER & PERFORM AT YOUR BEST: https://bit.ly/4a6glfo A-GAME - USE CODE “ULTIMATE15” FOR 15% OFF: https://bit.ly/4aK5mIP CARAWAY - USE CODE “ULTIMATE10” FOR 10% OFF: https://bit.ly/3Q1VmkC Watch the “Ultimate Human Podcast” every Tuesday & Thursday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/3RPQYX8 Podcasts: https://bit.ly/3RQftU0 Connect with Gary Brecka: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3RPpnFs TikTok: https://bit.ly/4coJ8fo X.com: https://bit.ly/3Opc8tf Facebook: https://bit.ly/464VA1H LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4hH7Ri2 Website: https://bit.ly/4eLDbdU Merch: https://bit.ly/4aBpOM1 Newsletter: https://bit.ly/47ejrws Ask Gary: https://bit.ly/3PEAJuG 00:00 Intro of Show 02:11 What is Baby Formula? 02:37 Baby Formula Ingredients (America vs. Europe) 06:44 Impact of Added Sugars on Metabolism 07:04 Soy Formulas’ Influence on Puberty and Reproductive Health 07:20 Actionable Steps to Make the Best Choice for Your Baby The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka Podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. The Content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Have you ever wondered what's really in your baby's formula and how it could be affecting their health in the long run?
0:05.2	Formula is designed to mimic the nutrient profile of breast milk. It includes proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals that are essential for the baby's growth and development.
0:15.0	However, in the U.S., many baby formulas contain ingredients like corn syrup, sucrose, soy protein isolate, and palm oil.
0:22.2	These ingredients are widely used because they are cost-effective, easy to produce, and their shelf stable.
0:28.1	Research shows that high-fructose corn syrup is a major contributor to fatty liver disease,
0:33.0	and it messes with the liver's ability to regulate blood sugar.
0:35.8	This can lead to insulin resistance,
0:37.5	type 2 diabetes, and obesity, yes, even in children. A 2021 study found that added sugars and
0:43.7	formulas contribute to rapid weight gain in infants, which sets the stage for childhood obesity.
0:48.8	By choosing formulas with lactose instead of added sugars, parents can help prevent obesity
0:52.9	and metabolic issues for their
0:54.3	little babies later in life. So what should you do as a parent? Here are some actionable
0:57.9	steps to make the best choice for your baby. First, have you ever wondered what's really in your baby's formula and how it could be affecting their health in the long run?
1:17.8	For many of us, that bottle is a go-to solution when breastfeeding isn't an option.
1:22.9	But do you know what's actually inside that formula?
1:25.5	From hidden sugars to questionable additives, the ingredients
1:28.5	in U.S. formulas are drastically different from their counterparts in other parts of the world.
1:33.0	Today, we're diving into the science behind these differences, the health risk that they might
1:37.0	pose, and what every parent should know to make the best, most informed choice for their baby's
1:41.7	health. So let's dive right in. Welcome back to the Ultimate Human Podcast.
1:45.2	I'm your host, human biologist, Gary Brecker,
1:47.2	and today we're tackling a topic
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