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what is colostrum and what is its composition?


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Colostrum:

  1. Colostrum is the primary milk secreted by the mammary glands of the mother soon after the childbirth.
  2. Colostrum is also called bee sting or first milk.

Composition of colostrum:

  1. The colostrum contains antibodies, immune booster, fats, and proteins.
  2. Due to its nutrient value, the newborn gets adapted to the surroundings.
  3. It is composed of lactoferrin, lysozyme, antibodies of several kind, and bioactive components.

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