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To explore the functional components of breast milk and their potential applications in nutrition and therapy.

March 22, 2021NutrientsOpen Access

Breast Milk: A Source of Functional Compounds with Potential Application in Nutrition and Therapy

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To explore the functional components of breast milk and their potential applications in nutrition and therapy.
Reviewed existing literature on breast milk composition and its impact on infant health.
Compiled data on functional compounds like proteins, oligosaccharides, and growth factors found in human milk.
Discussed the challenges of isolating and producing these compounds for clinical use.
Identified key components in breast milk that promote development and modulate immunity.
Discussed limitations in clinical evaluation due to isolation and production challenges.
Highlighted potential applications in infant formulas and nutritional supplements.

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Review highlights functional compounds in breast milk that support infant development and health, suggesting therapeutic applications.

Sánchez‐González et al. (2021) studied this question.

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