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@oneminmicro was as surprised as much as we were to see what human breast milk really looks like under the microscope!⁠ ⁠ It has a very different look and make up compared to pasteurized cows milk! Human breast milk contains fat, protein, carbohydrates and variable minerals and vitamins. But it also contains something far more interesting… Maternal leukocytes!⁠ ⁠ After bub leaves the womb, they face a crazy range of nasty microbes. Maternal leukocytes from Breast Milk help provide some immunity and they give bub’s stomach a bit of a boost when it comes to fighting off some of these nasties.⁠ ⁠ It’s an incredibly interesting space in science research and there is still much to explore and learn! Understanding how breast milk works as more than just a nutrient, can help scientists understand ways to improve immune systems of newborns. 🥛⁠ ⁠ _____⁠ ⁠ 🎥 & 📝 courtesy of: @oneminmicro ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #milk #humanmilk #cowsmilk #microbes #underamicroscope #microscopic #microscope #nutrients #undermicroscope #science #biology