When it comes to natural protein, Bao Ma may first think of lactoferrin, which is a naturally occurring protein in mammalian milk. Because breast milk has a certain protective effect on babies, the addition of lactoferrin has always been very particular in the field of milk powder. So what is lactoferrin? Is it different from whey protein?

Lactoferrin is a multifunctional protein, which can resist many kinds of bacteria, and has the function of antiviral infection. It can also adjust the iron balance in human body and promote the growth of cells. It can also adjust the immune function of the body and enhance the disease resistance of the body. In many infant formulas, from the point of view of nutrition and safety, the addition of this substance can really improve the baby's immunity and promote the baby's growth and development.

So what is whey protein with a similar name? Different from lactoferrin, whey protein was originally mainly found in bovine colostrum, in other words, this substance was extracted from milk; Compared with whey protein, lactoferrin has many functions that the former does not have. In the manufacturing process, the production cost of whey protein is lower than lactoferrin, and many unscrupulous merchants will seize this point to make profits. Therefore, mothers must pay attention when buying milk powder, and do not accidentally buy milk powder that is not suitable for the baby's physical development.