Lactoferrin 250 mg - 60 capsules

The protein lactoferrin is found in large quantities in the milk of many mammals, including humans. It can also be found in many body fluids, including saliva, tears, bile, and some secretions. The widespread use of lactoferrin as a dietary supplement is due to its powerful antioxidant properties and its ability to support immune function and tissue health with age.

Description and main properties of lactoferrin
Lactoferrin is a member of the family of iron-transporting glycoproteins, which are normally secreted by mucosal epithelium and play an important role in the innate immune mechanisms in humans. Its highest concentration is in colostrum, the first milk produced immediately after birth. The protein is also a component of neutrophil granulocytes.

By chelating iron, lactoferrin eliminates nutrients important for the growth of pathogens. It also helps to destabilize microbial membranes and prevents the attachment of pathogenic microorganisms to host cells. These properties determine its powerful antimicrobial action.

Lactoferrin also stimulates neutrophil adhesion to endothelial cells and neutrophil aggregation, and interacts with DNA, RNA, various polysaccharides, and heparin to jointly perform a number of important biological functions. Taking it as a dietary supplement contributes to reducing the risk of respiratory tract infections, treating numerous diseases, and maintaining the health of various organs and systems in the human body.


Health effects of lactoferrin
Antibacterial action – The main role of lactoferrin is to chelate free iron, thereby eliminating one of the key factors for bacterial growth. In addition, it binds to lipopolysaccharides in the walls of bacteria and oxidizes them, forming peroxides. This disrupts the permeability of the membranes, resulting in the destruction of the cells. Lactoferrin also counteracts bacteria through other mechanisms such as stimulating phagocytosis, but lysis has the most powerful effect, since the protein not only destroys the membrane but also penetrates the cell. One of the scientifically proven effects of lactoferrin is to prevent the proliferation of Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, which helps to limit diseases of the digestive system.
Antiviral action – Scientific studies have shown that lactoferrin has a powerful effect on a wide range of human and animal viruses based on DNA and RNA genomes, such as herpes simplex type 1, cytomegalovirus, HIV, hepatitis C virus, hantaviruses, rotaviruses, poliovirus type 1, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and others. These pathogens usually bind to certain lipoproteins in cell membranes, after which they penetrate the walls. Lactoferrin acts by taking their place and thus removing them from the attacked cells. In addition, it suppresses the replication of viruses that have managed to penetrate the cell walls, affecting NK cells, granulocytes and macrophages.
Antifungal action – Lactoferrin inhibits the growth of the fungus Trichophyton mentagrophytes, which causes a number of skin diseases such as ringworm. Clinical trials show that the milk protein also effectively counteracts Candida albicans, which causes candidiasis - a fungal infection of the oral cavity and genitals.

According to scientists, lactoferrin has potential as a companion treatment for various types of cancer and as a means of preventing osteoporosis and acne.

Dosage and administration
Application: Contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system.

Note: If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a doctor before use. Do not use as a substitute for a varied and nutritious diet. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.

Recommended daily dose of the product: For adults over 18 years: 2 capsules daily.

Storage: In a cool, dry place, out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight!

Expiration and batch: Marked on the packaging.