An infant with milk hypersensitivity could safely consume which type of formula?

An infant with milk hypersensitivity may safely consume an amino acid-based formula. This type of formula is specifically designed for infants who have allergies to the proteins found in cow's milk and other dairy sources. It is made by breaking down the proteins into their simplest form—amino acids—which are less likely to trigger an allergic reaction.

Unlike standard cow's milk formulas, which can provoke reactions due to their intact protein structures, or goat's milk formulas, which still contain similar proteins that may cause sensitivities, amino acid-based formulas offer a hypoallergenic alternative. Moreover, casein hydrolysate formulas, while they contain proteins that have been partially hydrolyzed to reduce allergenicity, may not be suitable for all infants with severe milk hypersensitivity. Amino acid-based formulas, however, are completely free of intact proteins, ensuring a safe feeding option for these infants.