IBCLC EXAM: Nutrition and Biochemistry Correct 100%
What changes to the components in breastmilk occur over time? - ANSWER Increase: water, fat, energy, casein, serotonin, lysozyme Decrease: protein (casein increases), zinc, calcium, LC-PUFAs (specifically between 6-12 months) What is one of the major benefits of colostrum, other than nutrient value? - ANSWER Protective: -coats gut to prevent adherence of pathogens -promotes gut closure Protein dense Colostrum contains... - ANSWER -IgA -white cells -lactoferrin -growth factors with 21 antioxidants
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