Colostrum is rich in the following constituents as compared to breast milk -: (A) Minerals, (B) Proteins, (C) Fats, (D) Carbohydrates
Answer is B. Ans. is 'b' i.e., Protein o The composition of breastmilk varies at different stages after bih to suit the needs of the baby. o According to the postnatal period the breast milk is divided into ? 1. Clostrum Is the milk secreted during the first three days after delivery. It is yellow and thick. It contains more antibodies and cells and high amounts of vitamins A, D, E, K, & "Protein". 2. Transitional milk Is secreted during the following two weeks (after clostrum). The immunoglobulin and protein content decreases while the fat and sugar content increases. 3. Mature milk Follows transitional milk. It is thin and watery but contains all the nutrients essential for optimal growth of the body. o According to feed the breast milk is divided into - 4. Fore milk It is watery and is rich in protein, sugar, vitamins, minerals and water that satisfy the baby's thirst. 2. Hind milk Comes towards the end of feed Rich in fat content and provides more energy, and satisfies the baby's hunger. o The milk of mother who delivers prematurely differs from the milk of a mother who delivers at term - Preterm milk Contains more protein S, sodium, iron, immunoglobins and calories as they are needed by the preterm baby.