Multiple choice

The first milk of the mother is called

  1. normal milk

  2. nutritious milk

  3. colostrum

  4. weaning milk

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Colostrum is the first milk produced by mammals, including humans, in the initial days after giving birth. It is thick, yellowish, and rich in antibodies, growth factors, and immune cells that provide crucial passive immunity to the newborn. Colostrum is often called 'liquid gold' due to its concentrated nutritional and immunological value. Normal milk production begins several days after birth, while weaning refers to the transition away from milk.

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