Applying MFGM and Human Milk Science to Improve Nutrition for Infants and Toddlers

Rafael Jiménez-Flores, PhD, brings his extensive expertise in dairy chemistry and technology to describe how dairy-processing advances have isolated and purified milk fat globule membrane from cow's milk for supplementation to infant formula. Dr. Jiménez-Flores also reviews the structure and composition of MFGM and its biological activity, as well as the evidence for cognitive development and immune system support.

This course does not offer CE credit.

  • Rafael Jiménez-Flores, PhD

    Professor
    J.T. Parker Endowed Chair in Dairy Foods
    College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences
    Department of Food Science and Technology
    The Ohio State University
    Columbus, Ohio

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Learning Objectives

  • Describe how dairy processing advances have isolated MFGM for supplementation to infant formula
  • Examine how purified MFGM from cow's milk added to formula is similar in composition and bioactivity to human milk