Botanical Ingredient Incorporation in Milk

Milk production, in cattle as the name suggests is not just a monomer but a conglomeration of lactation issues faced by the industry like post-partum changes, endometritis, milk fever, acetonemia, oedema, galactic and may more. Synthetic substances named Galactogogues were used to combat this situation, but over a period of time and long applications lead to the reduction in the livability and disease tolerance of the animal, not to say a profound decrease in milk production. The herbal alternatives, the phytogenic Galacto herbs, involving the age old traditional Trigonella, Asparagus, Silybum etc when given as a synergestic blend acted as the Phytogenic Galactogoguesdue to their phytochemicals. The earlier studies on the individual Galacto herbs prove their efficacy, this review is about their blended work in various aspects of lactation and the expected results. This review finds a relevance to signify the importance of the synergestic blend of Galacto powder from the herbs presenting enhanced lactation, prevention and correction of lactational issues, an innovative area for more f... Read More

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Throughout history, herbalists and traditional healers have wielded the power of plant-based remedies, an ancient practice now embraced by modern science. Delving into the therapeutic properties of conventional herbs and spices is a recent pursuit. Galactogogues, compounds known for their ability to heighten prolactin levels by modulating dopamine receptors, stand as agents amplifying milk productiona vital function for lactation. This study endeavors to meticulously explore medicinal spices and herbs recognized for their remarkable capacity to augment breast milk production. Methodologically, information pertaining to medicinal herbs and spices recognized for promoting lactation was extracted from reputable literature. A meticulous exploration across multiple academic databases, encompassing PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Web of Science, was undertaken to authenticate the impacts of these medicinal plants on lactation, considering their identified pharmacological properties. The findings underscored the potency of Trigonella foenum-graecum L., Asparagus racemos... Read More

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Insufficient milk supply is a widespread issue faced by women globally and associated with a higher risk of health problems in infants and mothers. Hemerocallis citrina Baron, commonly known as daylily, is a perennial edible plant often used in traditional Asian cuisine to promote lactation. However, the active compound(s) and mechanism of its lactation-promoting effect remain unclear. This study aimed to confirm the traditional use of daylily in promoting lactation and investigate its potential active components and underlying molecular mechanisms. Our results showed that the aqueous extracts of H. citrina Baroni (HAE) significantly enhanced milk production, and the serum levels of lactation-related hormones, and promoted mammary gland development in lactating rats, as well as increased the levels of milk components in bovine mammary epithelial cells (BMECs) (p < 0.05). UHPLC-Q-Exactive Orbitrap-MS analysis revealed that hexamethylquercetin (HQ) is the representative flavonoid component in HAE, accounting for 42.66% of the total flavonoids. An integrated network pharmacology and ... Read More

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Indians have known the value of breast milk since ancient times and have also recognised the significance of specific medicinal plants for this purpose. The Ayurvedic literature has comprehensive explanations of the physiology of milk production and ejection, illnesses that affect the quantity and quality of breast milk, and how to treat them. For the purpose of conducting additional study and developing new treatments, it is essential to explain the lost knowledge regarding plant medications that are mentioned in ancient and mediaeval Ayurvedic literature and are suggested for their Galactogogue action. Understand the mode of action of these plant drugs based on their traditional use, the principles mentioned in Ayurvedic texts, and by applying modern pharmacological ideas, in order to ensure their rational and evidence-based use and the development of safe, effective, and acceptable pharmacological dosage forms.The outcomes will provide scientific validation for traditional claims, potentially leading to improved therapeutic options for lactating mothers. Understanding these compou... Read More

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This study aimed to compare the effects of green cumin (Cuminum cyminum) and nettle (Urtica dioica L.) oral drops on the indicators of breast milk adequacy in lactating mothers. Due to the presence of phytoestrogens in the combinations of cumin and nettle, it is stipulated that they may have milk-increasing properties.

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Milk emerges as one of the most significant food components produced by the mammary gland of lactating females. The production of milk by mammalian females targets nourishment and immunological sealing of immature neonates. Beyond providing basic nutrition, several milks have been identified over the years of research to derive biologically active compounds. Likewise, intense scientific interest has focused on the identification of factors within milk as well as dairy products that may contribute to the improvement of human health. This chapter emphasizes on bioactive compounds and nutraceuticals provided via milk and dairy products and focuses on aspects that are linked to nutritional and technological matters.

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Combining vegetable and dairy raw materials will allow expanding the range of useful products, while regulating their composition in accordance with the basic provisions of the theory of balanced nutrition. The consumption of cultured milk products that contain beneficial substances for health is an efficient way to enhance the body's protective functions. The article proposes a technology for the production of yogurt based on goat's milk and a plant composition (aronia and hawthorn powder). Work was carried out to study the effect of additives on various stages of fermentation of the developed yogurt. Based on the study findings, a specific stage and method for incorporating a plant additive into the milk mixture were chosen. The ideal dosage of aronia and hawthorn powders in the milk mixture was determined to be 5%. It was observed that adding the additive before fermentation resulted in a decline in appearance and consistency, such as whey separation. However, introducing a combination of aronia and hawthorn powders during the fermentation stage proved beneficial in enhancing the ... Read More

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Breast milk is a unique source of nutrition and is qualified to meet the needs of the baby along with its health benefits. This study aims to compile medicinal plants traditionally used to increase breast milk production in Turkey. The scientific, family, and vernacular names; used parts; methods of preparation and administration were collated by screening ethnobotanical studies. The most cited plant families, the most cited plant taxa, and the most frequently used plant parts in both humans and animals were determined and presented in graphics. In total, 125 taxa belonging to 39 families were determined as being medicinal plants used to increase breast milk, 70 taxa of these are used in humans and 60 taxa are used in animals. The first six plant families with the highest number of plants were found to be Fabaceae (23 taxa), Asteraceae (21 taxa), Apiaceae (13 taxa), Lamiaceae (7 taxa), Rosaceae (5 taxa), and Poaceae (5 taxa). The most frequently cited medicinal plants and their corresponding number of references were Foeniculum vulgare Mill. (14), Anethum graveolens L. (8), Urtica di... Read More

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The prevalence of formula feeding necessitates the creation of adapted milk formulas. Specialists are constantly working on the composition of breast-milk substitutes, improving the formula and bringing the composition of macro- and microelements as close as possible to female breast milk. An important achievement in the development of modern adapted milk formulas is their enrichment with immunonutrients and biologically active components that influence the formation of an adequate immune response, affect the hormonal profile, enzymatic activity in the gastrointestinal tract, intestinal microbial community and participate in metabolic programming. Key words: breast-milk substitutes, alpha-lactalbumin, casein, lactoferrin, long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, lactose, probiotics, prebiotics, oligosaccharides

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This research is a literature review which is a primary data research article about herbs used to facilitate breast milk. The data sources used are in the form of published articles from Google Scholar, Pubmed, and Scopus with the keywords herbal, katuk leaves and breast milk. There were 5 articles that met the inclusion criteria and then data synthesis was carried out. Results: Katuk leaves are known in traditional medicine as a medicine to increase breast milk because the compounds contained in katuk leaf extract have the potential to stimulate the hormones oxytocin and prolactin can stimulate and increase milk production. Conclusion: Katuk leaves can have a positive effect on breast milk production, so a postpartum mother can be advised to consume katuk leaf decoction or katuk leaf extract if she has problems with non-fluent breastfeeding.

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The plant milk market is actively developing at the moment, as many consumers suffer from lactose and casein intolerance, while vegetarianism is being popularized. The use of soy milk is becoming popular in the technology of fermented dairy plant products, as it is a lactose-free analog of cow milk and source of native protein, polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, and other micronutrients. However, the fermentation of dairy and plant compositions is quite complex and has not been fully understood yet, and therefore the goal of this study was to conduct a comparative analysis of the fermentation of milk and soy mixtures with different compositions (cow milk: soy milk in the ratios of 55:45; 70:30; 85:15). The tests were conducted at the Laboratory of Agricultural Product Processing. To obtain milk and soy mixtures, a plant protein drink soy milk was prepared from soybeans of the Sentyabrinka variety selected by the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution Federal Research Center All-Russian Research Institute of Soybean. The fermentation of milk and soy mixtures ... Read More

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Breastfeeding is crucial for the health of both mothers and infants, providing both short-term and long-term benefits. Breast milk contains all the necessary nutrients for both the mother and child. Unfortunately, many women are experiencing a low milk supply, resulting in infants not receiving sufficient immune support. To increase milk production, there are various herbal and pharmaceutical galactagogues available. Plants in the Caryophyllaceae family contain phytoestrogen, a compound that helps stimulate milk production. Isoflavone is one type of phytoestrogens. Isoflavones have many properties like bactericidal, fungicidal and anti-ringworm and are used to treat breast and prostate cancer and bone-related diseases. Spergula arvensis L., a member of the Caryophyllaceae family, is rich in isoflavones. Nine specific compounds were chosen due to their connection to mammary gland function. A preliminary in silico study was conducted to examine the interaction between isoflavones and prolactin receptors through molecular docking. The compound quercetin, an isoflavone, showed a better b... Read More

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The new area of milk processing is discussed in the article the functional technological ingredient obtaining. Much attention is paid to protein components, their composition, physical and chemical properties and fields of application.

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The functional potential of plants and plant-based components have been used in different cultures since time immemorial to promote milk production in women. Conditions like agalactia or insufficient production of breast milk due to various barriers intended to be a greater risk of weight loss for neonates and prompting for supplementation of infant formula. Multiple plants are traditionally used worldwide as galactagogues during the lactation period. This study aims to extract information on traditionally used galactagogue plants and compare their ethnopharmacological evidence with scientific evidence. This will help to understand the gaps in the ethnopharmacological and scientific data and thus provide future research information.Information on traditional and scientific studies was collected and analyzed on galactagogues. The ethnopharmacological data of the focused plant species were analyzed for part used, formulations, and region of its uses. All cultures traditionally used natural products as galactagogue from times immemorial, and due to scientific advances, these have also b... Read More

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Breast Milk (ASI) is a source of nutrients that are loaded with various bioactive factors. Its unique composition, breast milk is needed to prepare for optimal growth and development for babies. Plants on the leaves of katuk (Auropus Androgynus) are traditionally used by Indonesian people to increase breast milk production. The content of the katuk leaves contains almost 7% protein and up to 19% crude fiber. These leaves are rich in vitamin K and pro-vitamin A (beta-carotene), B, and C. The minerals they contain are calcium. The purpose of this study was to identify the potential of katuk leaf extract on breast milk production in experimental animals (rabbits). Katuk leaves were obtained from Aceh Besar District (Samahani, Indrapuri and Seulimun Village). They carried out the phytochemical process in the Department of Chemistrys laboratory, FMIPA USK and the extraction process in the pharmacology laboratory of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, USK. The experimental animal samples, which were rabbits that had just given birth, were divided into three groups, which were 6 rabbits in... Read More

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Milk decoctions and emulsions are an ancient Ayurvedic modality to deliver the goodness of herbs.Milk contains proteins and lipids, which makes it an ideal medium to solubilize both the hydrophobic and hydrophilic phytochemicals present in herbs.The milk proteins and lipids further act like carriers to deliver the bioactives, increasing the stability and bioavailability of the latter.Several classical herbal milk decoctions are mentioned in the Ayurvedic texts, many of which are promotive in action and offer a means to enhance organ and immune functions.The formulatory principle underlying herbal milk emulsions can be utilized to innovate several novel formulations for curing disorders and optimizing systemic functions.

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A mother often has problems in exclusive breastfeeding, one of the main obstacles is milk production that is not fluent. Traditional plants that are allegedly able to facilitate breast milk, one of which is winged bean. The purpose of this study is to describe the nutritional content of winged bean. This research is a literature study using the traditional review method. Data were obtained from various literature sources by searching through the internet in the form of research results in the form of journals, articles, theses, theses, and dissertations both abroad and domestically. The results of this study are that winged bean contains complete nutrition that can increase milk production. Hormones that can increase milk production are prolactin and oxytocin hormones. The active compounds in winged bean are allegedly able to increase milk production. Winged bean may be an alternative to Galactogogue although it still needs further research

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In the modern world, the benefits of animal milk are questioned due to the spread of lactose intolerance and food allergy to milk proteins among the population, as well as due to the popularization of such nutrition systems as vegetarianism and veganism. In this regard, the market is growing demand for vegetable analogues of cow's milk, which are made from cereals and legumes, nuts and seeds. This article provides an overview of the currently existing traditional technologies for creating plant-based milk substitutes that are used in mass commercial production. The main stages of technological raw materials are described. Some parameters of processing of products of plant origin are given when using their production process of plant analogues of milk, taking into account the differences when using certain types to obtain alternative milk drinks. The advantages and the degree of efficiency of various variants of thermal and non-thermal treatment are noted. Innovative ways of improving the quality of vegetable milk analogues, which have shown the effectiveness of their use in laborator... Read More

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Objective: investigation the influence of the type of plant materials on the technological
 features of the production of plant milk

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