Is it dangerous to dilute Baby’s Only Organic® formula?
Baby’s Only Organic® formula should always be mixed according to label instructions to ensure that the proper balance of water to nutrients is given to an infant. Some parents or caretakers may think the formula is too “thick” and needs to be diluted or they may be trying to “stretch out” the powdered formula for economical reasons by adding more water than recommended. These practices are extremely hazardous to an infant’s health and can result in malnutrition because the baby is not receiving the needed calories and nutrients to support growth and development. Formula dilution is life threatening as it can cause water intoxication (over-hydration) and an imbalance of electrolytes resulting in hyponatremia or too little sodium in the baby’s body. Drinking too much water basically drowns the cells because the infant’s immature kidneys are unable to process the water quickly enough. Symptoms of water intoxication can include pale colored urine and an excessive number of wet diapers (mor
