Lactoferrin: A Protective Companion for Life

Lactoferrin.

There's been a lot of talk about it lately. Many studies show the amazing properties of lactoferrin.

What exactly is lactoferrin and is it worth taking?

Lactoferrin is a protein belonging to the group of transferrins, i.e. proteins that have a strong ability to bind iron ions. To a large extent, lactoferrin is found in mammalian milk and colostrum, but it is also found in sweat, saliva, semen, tears, vaginal mucus, blood plasma. Lactoferrin is part of colostrum.

What are the benefits of taking lactoferrin?

• improves the condition of the intestines and the development of bacteria of the genus Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium in the intestine, and prevents diarrhea
• increases the body's immunity and improves the functioning of the immune system
• protects against bacterial and viral infections
• reduces multiplication and eliminates problematic yeasts
• anti-inflammatory
• antibacterial and bacteriostatic properties
• works well with SIBO, Candida overgrowth, Helicobacter pylori infection
• improves insulin sensitivity (promotes sugar management and reduces glycemic problems)
• supports health and body shaping (weight regulation)
• increases the absorption of iron, thanks to which pathogenic cells, which iron is necessary for functioning, do not have a nutrient medium
• has antioxidant properties and reduces oxidative stress
• acts as a marker of inflammation –the level increases at the time of inflammation
• effectively supports in the fight against pathogenic microorganisms resistant to typical antibiotic therapy

As much as 70% bovine lactoferrin is compatible with human lactoferrin.

Our body can produce about 5g of lactoferrin every day, but only 10% is used during metabolism. If we get a bacterial infection, the amount of lactoferrin produced increases to about 30g, and as much as 10g goes into the bloodstream.

From what age can lactoferrin preparations be used?

Breastfed babies receive natural lactoferrin with breast milk. A child born at the planned date, exclusively breastfed, in 1 week will receive about 3g of lactoferrin in breast milk.

Most of the products available on the market are dedicated equally to children and adults –before use, it is worth consulting a doctor or pharmacist beforehand, who will determine whether it is necessary to take lactoferrin.

There are no contradictions of using products with lactoferrin throughout life. They best adapt its use to individual needs.

Contradiction to the use of lactoferrin remedies is allergy to milk protein, since lactoferrin is a protein. Lactose intolerance, which is a sugar, is not an obstacle to its use, you should only purchase a product without added lactose.