What Is the Sugar Found in Human Milk? A Complete Guide to Lactose and HMOs
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Comprising about 7% of its total content, carbohydrates are a major component of human milk. The sugar found in human milk is not just one substance but a dynamic duo of lactose and a complex family of unique prebiotics called Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs), each playing a critical role in an infant's development.
