Fatores intervenientes na qualidade do leite humano revisão bibliográfica

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: In this work were evaluate the main factors involved in the great quality of human milk. DATA SOURCES: scientific articles published in Portuguese were analyzed from 2002 to 2011, through of the indexes SciELO and Lilacs. Previous texts, which considered relevant, were used. RESULTS: The great maternal diet and the good emotional state of the mother showed adequate levels of selenium, iodine, retinol, vitamins soluble by water, IgA and IgG, mono-and polyunsaturated fatty acids in the milk and the hemoglobin too. HIV, drugs and nicotine may be transferred to the milk. Ethanol alters characteristics of milk and reduces the level of retinol. Poor hygiene promotes microbial contamination. Improper hndling promotes nutrient loss. CONCLUSION: A mother's diet is directly related with the good quality of the milk, and their emotional state and health too. Sanitary-hygienic control and process for milking, conservation and handling is essential.