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NCT Warns Formula Dilution Risk as Prices Jump 25%

8/16/2026

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  • Megan Sinden, founder of Moorside Baby Bank in Consett, County Durham, said parents dilute formula to stretch supplies.
  • She urged a cap on formula prices, calling it a basic need, not a luxury.
  • The Competition and Markets Authority said retail prices for some formulas have risen by over 25%.
  • National Childbirth Trust (NCT) warned diluting formula can cause nutrient deficiencies, poor weight gain, growth problems, developmental delays and health risks.