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  • * Human milk is crucial for infant nutrition, growth, and development.
  • * It contains complex bioactive components, including microorganisms and oligosaccharides.
  • * Milk microbiota plays a role in gut and immune system maturation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To review the composition and factors influencing human milk microbiota.
  • * To explore the contribution of milk microbes to infant gut and immune development.
  • * To discuss strategies for modulating milk microbes for infant health.

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  • * Literature review of current research on human milk microbiota.
  • * Analysis of factors affecting milk microbial composition.
  • * Synthesis of evidence on the impact of milk microbiota on infant health.

Main Results:

  • * Human milk microbiota composition is influenced by various maternal and environmental factors.
  • * Milk microbes contribute to the colonization and maturation of the infant's gut microbiome.
  • * These microbes play a role in developing the infant's immune system.

Conclusions:

  • * Understanding human milk microbiota is key to optimizing infant health.
  • * Further research is needed to fully elucidate the functions of milk microbes.
  • * Strategies to modulate milk microbiota show potential for enhancing infant well-being.