Cow milk protein stops cold sores virus in lab cells
Metal complexes of bovine lactoferrin inhibit in vitro replication of herpes simplex virus type 1 and 2
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
The antiviral effect was not primarily due to metal ion delivery into cells.
It contradicts the assumption that metals alone drive the antiviral activity, showing the protein structure is crucial.
Practical Takeaways
Not specified in abstract
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
The antiviral effect was not primarily due to metal ion delivery into cells.
It contradicts the assumption that metals alone drive the antiviral activity, showing the protein structure is crucial.
Practical Takeaways
Not specified in abstract
Publication
Journal
Biometals
Year
1998
Authors
M. Marchetti, S. Pisani, G. Antonini, P. Valenti, L. Seganti, N. Orsi
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Claims (3)
When certain metals are mixed with citrate, they don't do much to stop viruses, so scientists think lactoferrin (a protein with metals) fights viruses in a different way than just bringing metals into cells.
A protein from cow's milk, when loaded with certain minerals, can stop herpes viruses from infecting cells in a lab. It works better with more of the protein, and the amounts needed are safe for the cells.
Certain forms of a protein from cow's milk are better at stopping herpes viruses from infecting cells, especially during the first steps of infection.