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·October 10, 2019·3 min read

Compound in breast milk fights harmful bacteria

Glycerol monolaurate (GML), a compound found in human breast milk, fights against the effects of harmful bacteria while allowing beneficial bacteria to thrive. GML also inhibits inflammation in epithelial cells, helping to prevent both bacterial and viral infections of the gut. GML is 200 times higher in human breast milk than cow milk. Researchers propose adding GML to infant formula and cow milk given to small children.

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·March 13, 2017·5 min read

Dietary Kit Reduces Baby Blues, a Precursor to Postpartum Depression

Researchers report a specially designed dietary supplement could help to counteract the effect of baby blues in postpartum women.

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·September 21, 2018·4 min read

Breast Milk May Be Best For Premature Babies’ Brain Development

A new study reports babies born prematurely show better brain development when fed breast milk rather than formula.

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·August 27, 2018·5 min read

Marijuana Found in Breast Milk up to Six Days after Use

A new study reveals marijuana may be present in breast milk six days after exposure. Researchers report 63% of samples taken from mothers who used cannabis contained traces of THC up to six days after using the drug.

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·February 11, 2017·4 min read

Prebiotics May Help to Cope With Stress

Upping your intake of prebiotics is not only beneficial for your gut bacteria, it may also help to recover normal sleep patterns following a stressful event, a new study reports.

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·April 27, 2019·2 min read

Breastfeeding boosts metabolites important for brain growth

Preterm babies who were fed breastmilk had significantly higher levels of creatine and choline, key metabolites for brain growth and development, than those who were formula fed.

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·January 17, 2018·6 min read

Prebiotics in Infant Formula May Improve Memory, Learning and Alter Brain Function

A new study using piglets shows prebiotics used in baby formula can enhance memory and learning, as well as altering brain chemistry.

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·March 8, 2021·4 min read

THC Stays in Breast Milk for Six Weeks

THC remains present in breast milk up to six weeks after a woman abstains from marijuana consumption.

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·June 9, 2018·4 min read

The Latest Science on Breastfeeding

It is well known that breastfeeding is beneficial for mother child bonding and infant health. New research investigates why breastfeeding is so beneficial and points to previously unknown health benefits for mother and child.

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·October 7, 2020·3 min read

Simple Sugar Possible Therapy for Repairing Myelin in Multiple Sclerosis

N-acetylglucosamine, a simple sugar found in breast milk, promotes remyelination in mouse models of multiple sclerosis. The findings could have implications for treating multiple sclerosis in humans.

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·July 13, 2023·4 min read

Breast Milk Component Boosts Infant Brain Connectivity

Researchers have discovered that myo-inositol, a small cyclic sugar molecule found in breast milk, plays a crucial role in promoting neuronal connections in infants' brains. Prior studies indicated the cognitive benefits of breast milk but were unclear about the specific components responsible.

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·April 6, 2017·5 min read

How a Beneficial Gut Microbe Adapted to Breast Milk

A new study reveals how a bacterial species has adapted to the infant gut by producing LnbX, an enzyme that enables the microbe to grow on the sugar that is abundant only in human breast milk.

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breast milk

Compound in breast milk fights harmful bacteria

Dietary Kit Reduces Baby Blues, a Precursor to Postpartum Depression

Breast Milk May Be Best For Premature Babies’ Brain Development

Marijuana Found in Breast Milk up to Six Days after Use

Prebiotics May Help to Cope With Stress

Breastfeeding boosts metabolites important for brain growth

Prebiotics in Infant Formula May Improve Memory, Learning and Alter Brain Function

THC Stays in Breast Milk for Six Weeks

The Latest Science on Breastfeeding

Simple Sugar Possible Therapy for Repairing Myelin in Multiple Sclerosis

Breast Milk Component Boosts Infant Brain Connectivity

How a Beneficial Gut Microbe Adapted to Breast Milk

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