This looks like an interesting study that ties into the topic:

Bioactive components in milk
Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care 2002; 5(6):653-658

>>>milk is actively communicating between the maternal mammary epithelia and
the infant's gastrointestinal system, actively directing and educating the
immune, metabolic and microflora systems within the infant, enhancing
nutrient absorption and delivery, and conferring multiple means of
protection<<<

Pat W

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