Human Milk Oligosaccharides (HMOs) are unique prebiotics (indigestible carbohydrates) found in breast milk that promote beneficial microbial growth in the intestines. One of the most abundant HMOs is 2′-fucosyllactose (2′-FL HMO) which helps support digestive health, the immune system, and brain development and is now supplemented in infant formula.
Abbott Nutritional Health Institute’s (ANHI) infographic can help educate parents on the potential benefits of HMOs and their impact on infant growth and development. Learn more about the role of HMOs in clinical practice with ANHI’s course The Role of HMOs in Various Parameters on Infant Health and Development, Utilizing HMOs for Optimal Infant Nutrition Strategies, and podcast.
Additional educational opportunities including courses, articles, and resources for family physicians and their staff are available by registering on anhi.org.
Abbott Nutritional Health Institute is a proud Partner in Health of the Ohio Academy of Family Physicians. Partners in Health is an online resource that contains links to organizations that provide patient education and high-value tools to support family physicians and their care teams deliver optimal front line care.