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Protein

Lactoferrin

Lactoferrin is an iron-binding protein found in human and cow's milk, saliva and tears. It is studied for its roles in microbial defense and inflammation.

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Is microencapsulation better?

The small pilot found more bovine lactoferrin in stool after microencapsulated supplementation, but that difference was not statistically significant. Its size and marker-based outcomes do not establish clinical superiority. 1

What does “bovine” mean on a label?

Bovine lactoferrin comes from cow’s milk. EFSA assessed a purified food ingredient for specified uses and levels; that safety assessment is not evidence that every marketed health claim is effective. 2

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