Human milk oligosaccharides are unconjugated complex carbohydrates which are found abundantly in human milk. It is the third most abundant ingredient after fat and carbohydrates in breast milk. It functions as a probiotic helping to establish commensal bacteria. It also functions as anti-adhesives which help in preventing attaching of microbial pathogens to mucosal surfaces. It helps in lowering the risk of viral, bacterial and protozoan parasite infections.
Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) are a group of complex carbohydrates that are naturally found in human breast milk. These compounds play a crucial role in supporting the health and development of infants. HMOs are not digested by the infant, but instead serve as a source of nutrition for beneficial bacteria in the baby's gut, promoting the growth of a healthy microbiome.
