Lactoferrin
Also known as: Iron-binding milk glycoprotein
Iron-binding immune protein from milk, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and supports skin/scalp.
- Clinical dose
- 200 mg/day
- Typical label dose
- 200–600 mg
- Category
- Gut Health
- Gut Health
- Immunity
- Skin Quality
- Hair & Nails
What it is & how it works
Binds free iron away from pathogens; modulates immune response; signals through LRP-1.
Dosage
The clinically studied dose is 200 mg/day.On labels you'll typically see 200–600 mg.
What the research shows
Versatile, used in gut formulas for pathogen control, in immune formulas for Ig support, and in scalp/skin products.
Studies & citations
Formulas it appears in
- Gut Health
- Immune Formula
- Skin/Hair/Nails
Gut health, immune formulas, skin/hair formulas
Categories
Lactoferrin FAQ
What is Lactoferrin?
Iron-binding immune protein from milk, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and supports skin/scalp.
How much Lactoferrin should I take per day?
The clinically studied dose is 200 mg/day.
What does Lactoferrin do?
Versatile, used in gut formulas for pathogen control, in immune formulas for Ig support, and in scalp/skin products.
What is Lactoferrin found in?
Gut health, immune formulas, skin/hair formulas
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