Abstract: Compositions for use in the treatment or prevention of influenza infection are provided, and the compositions contain a 2-fucosylated oligosaccharide, such as 2?-fucosyllactose (2?FL). The compositions can also include fructooligosaccharides (FOS). Additionally said compositions can be used for improving resistance to an influenza virus, decreasing influenza in the lung, decreasing influenza-induced anorexia, decreasing influenza-induced pulmonary mucin secretion, and decreasing influenza-induced IgG response. They may be used in a infant or a young child.

Abstract: An infant formula having a relatively high content of triglycerides having palmitic acid in the sn-2 position. The formula may include oligofructose. The formula may also include at least one omega 6 fatty acid and at least one omega 3 fatty acid. The formula may also have a relatively low protein content and an alpha-lactalbumin content similar to human milk The invention also includes a method for improving the stool consistency, increasing bifidobacteria in the colon, reducing potentially pathogenic bacteria in the colon and reducing calcium soaps in the stool of a formula-fed infant.

Abstract: An infant formula having a relatively high content of triglycerides having palmitic acid in the sn-2 position. The formula may include oligofructose. The formula may also include at least one omega 6 fatty acid and at least one omega 3 fatty acid. The formula may also have a relatively low protein content and an alpha-lactalbumin content similar to human milk, The invention also includes a method for improving the stool consistency, increasing bifidobacteria in the colon, and reducing calcium soaps in the stool of a formula-fed infant.