The use of partially hydrolyzed whey protein infant formula may reduce the risk of eczema later in life.[1] In addition, sufficient levels of vitamin-d, zinc, and selenium are associated with a lower risk of eczema, though besides vitamin D, it's not clear if they are causally linked.[2]
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Partially hydrolyzed whey protein infant formula may lower the risk of developing eczema later in life. Additionally, adequate levels of vitamin D, zinc, and selenium are associated with a reduced risk of eczema, although the causal relationships for zinc and selenium remain unclear.