Breast Milk: Nature`s Protection for Baby
Many types of immunoglobulins are found in abundance in the `first milk` called colostrums. Among the immunoglobulins, IGA is special as it offers protection against infections of the ears, nose, and throat.
Lactoferrin, which is an iron-binding protein, is found in breast milk which offers antibiotic protection against bacteria such as staphylococci and E. coli.
Lysozome, an important digestive ingredient is found amply in breast milk. Breast milk also contains long chain fatty acids, called DHA and ARA which are extremely important for the development of the brain and retina.