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The continuing spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) throughout the world is leading to an increasingly anxious public in terms of health. More than ever, people are aware of the importance of protecting their health and preventing illness. They are looking for brands and products they can trust, that will promote good health.
Adding bioactive ingredients derived from milk to foodstuffs is a method of promoting good health and well-being, not just in light of the current COVID situation, but generally. People tend to live longer these days, so looking after our long-term health should be a priority.
Ingredia has spent several years developing three dairy-based bioactive ingredients that can facilitate the development of immune-boosting, anti-stress and prediabetes food products.
Each of these ingredients has a role in promoting better health during and beyond COVID that can be used in various applications to help boost the immune system:
- Lactium: this is a natural bioactive ingredient that can be used to alleviate stress and promote a sense of calm.
- Pep2Dia: a milk-protein that can help pre-diabetic people reduce their blood sugar level and prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes.
- Proferrin: to boost the immune system and also help it to return to normal after an infection.
Lactoferrin is a glycoprotein naturally present in human secretions (tears and saliva) and in breast milk that is known for its ability to regulate the immune system. It can be used to limit infections as an antimicrobial agent, stimulate the immune system, improve intestinal health, or prevent iron deficiency.
The antiviral effects of lactoferrin can directly interfere with the life cycle of many viruses. Lactoferrin acts on the binding process of adenoviruses, for example, inhibiting replication. It also interferes with infection by binding to structures in the viral envelope. We also know that lactoferrin can interfere with other viral particles in vitro.
Due to its multiple functions, scientists consider lactoferrin to be an ideal candidate in the fight against the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, the cause of Covid-19. The natural protein lactoferrin has been used for its virus-fighting and preventive properties for several years. Its antiviral properties are particularly promising for research on Covid-19 prevention and treatment. When associated with other agents, lactoferrin can mitigate symptoms of the illness and prevent transmission.
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