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Consent Quote by Frank Oski

“Formula feeding is the longest lasting uncontrolled experiment lacking informed consent in the history of medicine.” quote by Frank Oski
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““Formula feeding is the longest lasting uncontrolled experiment lacking informed consent in the history of medicine.””

Frank Oski

About This Quote

Source Article: Pediatrics Journal, 1992

Formula feeding lacks long‑term study and consent, making it an uncontrolled medical experiment.

In simple terms: Formula feeding is an untested experiment.

Key Takeaway

Demand evidence‑based feeding choices.

Themes

healthcare ethics parenting

Mood

concerned critical

Type

analytical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • newborn care
  • policy making
  • parental decisions

Key Concepts

nutrition informed consent

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives exist?
  • How can we improve research on infant nutrition?
A Different Perspective

Long‑term effects are unknown, risking infant health.

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