Immune-boosting properties of breast milk | The Biology of Breast Milk
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An infant's immune system takes many years to develop, putting them at risk for infection. To compensate for this immunological deficit, breast milk contains a multitude of components that work together in a synergistic fashion to supply a compensatory immune "system." This system confers both active and passive immunity to protect the growing infant. In this clip, Dr. Rhonda Patrick describes the immune-boosting properties of breast milk.
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Breast milk News
- Frequent use of personal care products, such as fragrances and nail products, raises 'forever chemical' levels by 10% to 20% during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Polystyrene nanoplastic exposure alters breast milk proteins, potentially impairing neurodevelopment in breastfed infants.
- THC from a single use of cannabis accumulates in breast milk for up to 12 hours in breastfeeding women.
- Flaxseed oil supplementation boosts levels of some omega-3 fatty acids but not DHA in lactating women.
- Breastfeeding for six months or more appears to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems developing in mothers for at least three years after delivery, according to new study.
