The nurse is explaining the nutritional differences between breast milk and formula to an expectant couple. The mother-to-be asks whether breast milk is nutritionally superior to formula. The nurse should reply that:

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Breast milk has a higher proportion of whey protein to casein protein compared to formula. This ratio changes over time to meet the changing nutritional needs of the infant. This makes breast milk nutritionally superior to formula as it is tailor-made for the growing baby. However, it is important to note that formula still provides adequate nutrition for infants who cannot be breastfed. The other options (A, B, and C) are not true statements about the nutritional differences between breast milk and formula.

The Nurse Is Explaining the Nutritional Differences Between Breast Milk