The debate between breast milk and infant formula has long focused on nutritional density. One key nutrient that tips the scale in favor of breast milk? “Sialic Acid” Breast milk contains 10–20 times more sialic acid than standard infant formula. This compound is a vital component of gangliosides, which support: Neuron connectivity Synaptic transmission Memory […]
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Sialic acid is a type of sugar molecule found abundantly on the surface of human cells—especially in the brain. It plays a key role in brain structure and function, especially during the earliest stages of life. Research shows that breast milk contains much higher levels of sialic acid than infant formula, which may explain the […]