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Review
. 2001 Feb;48(1):69-86.
doi: 10.1016/s0031-3955(05)70286-8.

Bioactive factors in human milk

M Hamosh  1
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Review

Bioactive factors in human milk

M Hamosh. Pediatr Clin North Am. 2001 Feb.

Abstract

This article reviews the bioactive components of human milk. Special emphasis is given to immune and nonimmune protective function of major and minor nutrients in human milk. Immune modulating components, such as cytokines, nucleotides, hormones, and growth factors, are discussed. Milk enzymes with digestive function in the newborn are reviewed.

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