Lactoferrin
An iron-binding protein naturally found in milk, with potential to support immunity
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Lactoferrin or 'Pink Gold' is a scarce and valuable ingredient, naturally found in dairy milk

Lactoferrin Overview

Lactoferrin Overview
References
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As a bioactive ingredient, Lactoferrin can influence biological processes in the human body to provide potential health benefits.
It is only found in milk at concentrations of 200-600 milligrams. This means 10,000 litres of milk is needed to make just one kilogram of Lactoferrin - this makes the ingredient extremely scarce!
Watch the video to learn how Lactofferin is made and the potential health benefits associated with its consumption.