Two layers of protection help fill the “immune gap” for children

(Dan Tri) - With Vinamilk Optimum Colos nutritional solution, mothers can rest assured that their babies are protected in two layers, helping them steadily overcome the "immune gap" stage with a healthy digestive and immune system.

There will be times in your child's growing journey when you cannot be by his or her side while his or her body is still fragile. From this understanding, Vinamilk Optimum Colos was born as a companion, helping to fill that gap.

From geographic distance to immune gap

During the journey of growing up of their children, every mother wants to be there, closely following every step of development, so that their children can receive adequate nutrition and become healthier every day. But in reality, due to the nature of their work, mothers can only do part of it.

At that time, the child was well taken care of by grandparents and father, while the mother at work still tried to stay connected: calling to ask about the child, reminding about each meal and sleep, hoping that the child would be well taken care of. The gap between desire and ability to do so has created a gap in the child-rearing journey of many families.

In addition to the gap in maternal care, children also face an important “immune gap”. According to experts, from 6 months to 3 years old, the amount of passive antibodies from the mother gradually decreases while the child’s immune system is not yet complete. This is the time when children are susceptible to respiratory and digestive diseases, especially when they have to adapt to the living environment, change the weather or enter the weaning stage.

Understanding that mechanism, strengthening the child's antibody barrier in both the inner and outer layers is very important, helping to protect the baby from pathogens. And also during the time when the mother cannot be by her side, a suitable nutritional solution will become a support, accompanying the mother so that the child is still fully cared for.

The important “shield” protects children from the inside out

Antibodies, also known as immunoglobulin (Ig), are important components of the immune system, responsible for identifying and capturing bacteria, viruses, and other harmful agents to the body. Science has identified 5 types of immunoglobulin. Of these, 2 important antibodies that help create 2 strong and stable "shields of resistance" to protect the body of young children are IgG and IgA.

IgG is considered the inner protective layer, a common antibody, accounting for about 75% of the total immunoglobulin in the body. IgG has the effect of neutralizing pathogens' toxins, "hunting" them so that other immune cells can easily recognize and destroy them. IgG is transmitted from mother to child through the placenta mainly in the late stages of pregnancy and is one of the components found in breast milk.

IgA is considered the outer protective layer, accounting for 15% of antibodies and is the first immune barrier to prevent pathogens from entering the body. They are distributed mainly in the skin, respiratory, digestive, urogenital mucosa and corresponding secretions, including saliva, tears... and milk. The macronutrient HMO (Human Milk Oligosaccharides) - a precious nutrient found in breast milk has the role of nourishing beneficial bacteria, thereby stimulating IgA production in the intestinal mucosa, and also inhibiting the adhesion and invasion of pathogens.

To enhance IgG and IgA for children, the World Health Organization (WHO) also recommends that mothers should breastfeed their children exclusively for the first 6 months and continue breastfeeding until 24 months of age, especially not to miss out on the precious source of colostrum after birth. In case the ability to meet is limited, parents can refer to additional formula nutrition products to support the child's antibodies and digestive system.

Vinamilk Optimum Colos with double protection layer

Currently on the market, there is a product line called Vinamilk Optimum Colos (formerly ColosGold) - a formula milk line containing 6 HMOs and nutrients inspired by breast milk to help form two protective layers of IgG and IgA to support the baby's digestive system and healthy resistance.

In addition, the product also contains ingredients inspired by breast milk, with a content close to the nutritional source in breast milk such as whey protein rich in alpha-Lactalbumin 2.2g/l (compared to breast milk is 2-3g/l), and soluble fiber FOS/GOS... will help optimally protect the baby's weak digestive and immune systems.

Vinamilk Optimum Colos: the first formula milk containing 6 HMOs in Vietnam, creating the foundation for "2 layers of protection" to accompany your baby in the first years of life (Photo: Vinamilk).

Vinamilk Optimum Colos will be launched from the end of 2024, with the first formula containing 6 HMOs in Vietnam (according to research results conducted by CI Research). This ratio is estimated to account for up to 58% of the total amount of HMOs in breast milk, providing a step forward to help children get closer to a source of nutrients that support the digestive system and enhance resistance.

With Vinamilk Optimum Colos nutritional solution, mothers can rest assured that their babies are protected in two layers, helping them steadily overcome the "immune gap" stage with a healthy digestive and immune system.

Source: https://dantri.com.vn/suc-khoe/hai-lop-bao-ve-giup-lap-khoang-trong-mien-dich-cho-tre-20251028214534737.htm