HMOs story so far

Allergy Growth & Development Gut Microbiota
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HMOs are the 3rd most important component in mother’s milk and support a balanced immune function development and provide protection against infectious diseases by stimulating the development of bifidobacteria. Studies have shown that supplementation with 2´-fucosyllactose (2’-FL) and Lacto-N-neotetraose (LnNT)  promote growth pattern and normal defecation in infants, and suggest clinical benefit with reduced infections and antibiotic use.

Prof. Yvan Vandenplas

Yvan Vandenplas

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