Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein found in human and bovine breast milk that has a potent immunostimulatory effect. Its multifunctional role includes antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antioxidant, and immunoregulatory activities. It helps manage the inflammatory response and deprives bacteria of iron, one of their nutrients. Inflammatory conditions for which lactoferrin supplementation may be helpful include hypercholesterolemia, gastrointestinal inflammation, respiratory tract inflammation, and acne.
Lactoferrin has been successfully used to improve the immunity of cancer patients and reduce the side effects of chemotherapy. It is used in neonatal units to help reduce infections in hospitals, and improved infant formulas made in China are now enriched with it. Lactoferrin can also stimulate cells responsible for bone growth and helps improve the absorption of iron from the diet of people suffering from iron deficiency.
In addition to improving overall health, lactoferrin reduces the spread of acne by binding to iron to reduce free radicals. Lactoferrin also reduces inflammation to speed up the healing process and reduce oil in the skin.
Anyone who wants to boost their immunity can take this supplement for extra protection against diseases and infections.
AOR's Lactoferrin 250 is made from dairy products but is lactose-free and contains little to no casein. Lactoferrin 250 is a stand-alone formulation that allows you to get only the dose you need to boost your immunity and nothing else. It treats acne without drying the skin or causing inflammatory side effects, unlike some pharmaceutical acne treatments.