17 Dec 2019 --- Milk protein hydrolysates can provide a key way to manage allergies and discomfort when breastfeeding is not possible. This is according to Arla Food Ingredients (AFI), who highlight clinical studies that have observed a reduced risk of atopic dermatitis in infants fed hydrolyzed infant formulas compared with those based on intact proteins. However, rock-solid backing is becoming more important as regulation cracks down.