Is There Aluminum in Breast Milk? Unpacking the Science
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Yes, minute amounts of aluminum are naturally present in breast milk, as a result of its ubiquity in the environment, food, and water. However, studies consistently show that the concentration of aluminum in human milk is significantly lower than in infant formulas, particularly those that are soy-based. For most healthy, full-term infants, this low-level exposure is not considered a health concern.
