Bioactive components of human milk
by Newburg, David S., Bernt, Kathrin, International Society for Research in Human Milk and Lactation, International Conference of the International Society for Research on Human Milk and Lactation, Plymouth, MA)
fromAdvances in experimental medicine and biology
The major emphasis in this book is a compilation and definition of what is known about components of human milk, including glycoconjugates, that inhibit common pathogens of the infant. Also discussed are other bioactive constituents whose relevant biological roles are also begin…
Breast feeding has a great impact on the growth of infants both physically and psychologically. Human breast milk is beneficial to infant health because it contains the necessary macro- and micro-nutrients for tissue accretion, repair and behavioural developments. The production…