Compendium of lactopontin: Molecular structure, manufacturing process and biological functions

Abstract

In recent years, there has been a notable increase in public interest in the nutritional value of food. Lactopontin (LPN), a milk-derived nutrient factor, has recently garnered significant attention in the scientific community. The concentration of LPN in human milk is considerably higher than that in bovine milk, particularly in colostrum, indicating that it may play a pivotal role in early life. Several studies have demonstrated that LPN exerts beneficial effects on immune regulation, nervous system development, and intestinal development in infants. This paper reviews the molecular structure, separation and purification technology, detection technology, content differences, and biological functions of LPN, with a view to providing practical guidance for the further development and utilization of LPN.