Nutrients Present In Mother's Milk
Human milk is the preferred source of nutrients for newborn infants and the most important nutrient for energy is carbohydrates.
It contains the required amount of carbohydrate that is needed for the brain.
Fat plays a vital role in milk, contributing about half of the energy required for infants.
Human breast milk is composed of roughly 50 different types of fatty acids and serves as a natural reservoir of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) which are very important for infants with an immature digestive system.
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega-3 fatty acid found in breast milk, has many health benefits for the baby.
Components of whey, including lactoferrin, β-lactoglobulin, α-lactalbumin, glycomacropeptide, and immunoglobulins, have immune-enhancing properties. In addition, whey has antioxidant properties.
It also has carnitine, which is essential for infants. Free amino acids, glutamine and taurine are also present in human milk.
It also provides important minerals and vitamins to the newborn infants.
Dr. Deepak Ugra who is a Consultant Pediatrician, at P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Khar