Exciting news for new parents: recent research has uncovered a remarkable discovery about breast milk.
Scientists have identified a team of immune cells in breast milk that are poised to combat potential infections and provide crucial protection for infants.
This finding adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the unparalleled advantages of breastfeeding.
Studies have long highlighted the cognitive benefits, with breastfed babies showing enhanced brain development and academic performance later in life.
Moreover, the presence of innate lymphoid cells (ILCs) in breast milk has been found to bolster babies’ immune systems in both the short term and long term.
These cells not only defend infants against infections but may also contribute to the dynamic nature of breast milk, adapting to meet the baby’s changing needs.
While acknowledging that not all mothers can breastfeed …
