The hormonal factor FGF21, present in breast milk, plays a key role in regulating newborn metabolism

Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 14:30 in Health & Medicine

A compound found in breast milk, named fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21), plays a key role in neonatal nutrient absorption and intestinal function. FGF21 also contributes to improve newborn growth and metabolic profile.

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