Immune-boosting properties of breast milk | The Biology of Breast Milk
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An infant's immune system takes many years to develop, putting them at risk for infection. To compensate for this immunological deficit, breast milk contains a multitude of components that work together in a synergistic fashion to supply a compensatory immune "system." This system confers both active and passive immunity to protect the growing infant. In this clip, Dr. Rhonda Patrick describes the immune-boosting properties of breast milk.
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