eli5: why isn’t formula milk just formulated to be better than breastmilk?

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eli5: why isn’t formula milk just formulated to be better than breastmilk?

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Because it can’t. Breastmilk is produced fresh, specific to the immune system of the mother. Tailored for the child, so to speak. There are upsides and downsides to both though.

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