The more HMOs, the closer the milk is to breast milk

Parents who are concerned about their children's digestive health and resistance because they are not exclusively breastfed are now somewhat reassured as scientific advances have been able to ensure nutritional sources from nutrients found in breast milk with the first 6 HMO step forward * in Vietnam (according to CI Research's announcement in October 2024).

Closing the gap with breast milk, HMO is an important nutrient

HMO ( H uman M ilk O ligosaccharides) is " macronutrient " The third most abundant macronutrient in breast milk, with 200 different types, help improve digestive health thanks to the effects of balancing intestinal microflora, thereby contributing to increased immune health

But recent survey Many parents share that they cannot exclusively breastfeed their children in the first 6 months of life for many reasons such as the mother's body having blocked milk ducts, cracked nipples; difficulties from circumstances ; due to the baby's health... The reality is that children do not always have the opportunity to receive valuable nutrients. from breast milk, especially the lack of HMO makes mothers worried. because The first 1,000 days of a child's life are the foundation for future development, especially the immature digestive and immune systems that need time. stable.

Associate Professor, Dr. Viet Ha - Head of the Department of Gastroenterology, National Children's Hospital said: " HMO is one of the important bioactive components in breast milk. More and more HMOs are being demonstrated for their role in the development of intestinal microflora and immunity through preclinical studies. HMO is food for Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus - 2 common beneficial bacteria in the intestines. The growth and dominance of these 2 beneficial bacteria will create an acidic environment in the intestines, create antibacterial substances, compete for nutrients with pathogenic microorganisms, thereby inhibiting pathogens in children.

Associate Professor, Dr. Viet Ha - Head of the Department of Gastroenterology, National Children's Hospital, said that the more HMOs are added to milk, the closer it is to the HMOs in breast milk.

Understanding that, adding valuable nutrients found in breast milk such as HMO to infant formula has become one of the standards of the dairy industry.

Step 6 HMO, setting a new standard for the dairy industry

N In 2016, scientists successfully added 2'-fucosyllactose (2'-FL) HMO - one of the HMOs that is only found in breast milk - to formula milk products. Five years later, the formula milk supplemented with 5 types of HMOs was born as a new step forward in improving the nutritional quality for children. .

At the end of 2024, the scientific community witnessed another breakthrough when a Vinamilk introduces the first formula milk containing 6 HMOs in Vietnam * This announcement has been Introduce Optimum milk powder product line to a new level, after 3 years of market "stagnant" at 5 HMO. This improvement not only raises the HMO content to the highest level ever ( occupy) 58% HMO in breast milk), but also supplements other valuable nutrients found in breast milk .

Vinamilk Optimum is the first milk brand* in Vietnam to have 6 HMOs

According to the company's latest announcement, Vinamilk Optimum is proven to be the first formula milk product * In Vietnam, 6 types of HMOs are added. Notably, these 6 HMOs are in 3 main groups - Fucosylated, Sialylated and Non-Fucosylated, helping to nourish healthy intestinal microflora, prevent pathogens from adhering to the intestinal wall and support the enhancement of immune system health. In particular, products Vinamilk Optimum has two popular HMOs, 3-FL and DFL, at the same time, to help improve immunity and reduce the risk of infection in children.

In this relaunch, the duo Optimum Gold (dragon milk) and Optimum Colos (unicorn milk) are launched with a new look and outstanding improvements. In addition to 6 HMOs, Optimum also contains important ingredients such as whey protein rich in alpha-Lactalbumin with a content of 2.2 g/l (alpha-Lactalbumin content in breast milk is 2-3 g/l in breast milk), soluble fibers GOS, FOS and 2 billion probiotics BB-12 ^TM and LGG ^TM in 100g flour , HMP.

According to Dr. Nguyen Ba My Nhi - Former Deputy Director in charge of professional affairs at Tu Du Hospital, Director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Center - Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, shared: "The rate of cesarean section in our country has increased continuously over the past many years, plus the fact that children born by cesarean section often receive very few probiotics from their mothers, so their immune systems are often weaker than those of children born normally through the vagina. Therefore, if children are supplemented with essential nutrients such as probiotics and HMO..., their digestive and resistance problems will be significantly improved."

The effects of 6 HMOs and ingredients such as whey protein and fiber will help improve children's digestive health and resistance.

The Optimum's innovation is proof of Vinamilk's constant efforts to turn modern science into an "extended arm" to help Vietnamese mother lightens the burden on the journey to nurture a healthy digestive and immune system for your child in 1 . 000 days early in life. With Optimum, every step of your child's development is accompanied by love and understanding from the mother, along with optimal support from modern science.

Learn more about Optimum products here .

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/cang-nhieu-hmo-sua-cang-gan-hon-voi-chuan-sua-me-185250114161948401.htm