Toxic Milk: Salk Institute for Biological Studies Scientists Find Key Protein Affecting Quality of Maternal-Infant Nutrition

In the August 1 issue of G&D, Dr. Ronald Evans (Salk Institute) and colleagues report on their discovery that mutations in the mouse gene encoding PPAR? adversely affect lactation milk quality, and have serious health consequences for nursing pups. “By examining PPAR? functions in vivo, our work reveals an unexpected link between diet, inflammation and the quality of mothers milk, “ explained Dr. Evans.