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14 April 2022
Human milk is the best source of nutrition for all infants, and breastfeeding has numerous short- and long-term benefits for both infants and mothers. Danone Nutricia Research supports breastfeeding by investigating the unique complexities of human milk. We want to better understand its composition and related benefits so we can use it as inspiration to develop innovative nutritional options for mothers who are unable to fully breastfeed.
Human milk: optimal nutrition – and so much more
The benefits of human milk go far beyond the delivery of nutrients. It is a remarkable, dynamic substance that offers a myriad of health benefits to both the infant and its mother.
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Furthering the science of human milk research
We have carried out research in the field of human milk for over 40 years and are only just beginning to unravel its many complexities.
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Human milk, our inspiration to innovate
We have been at the forefront of human milk research for over 40 years. We use the insights gained through our research programmes to guide the development of our infant portfolio.
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Bernd Stahl
Director of Human Milk Research team
Danone Nutricia Research
“We’ve spent over 40 years understanding the composition of human milk and the related benefits of breastfeeding. It’s complex analytical research that we find challenging and fascinating in equal measure we are constantly discovering new things.”
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