Mucosal Barriers

Colostrum is proposed to support mucosal barrier integrity so the barriers remain less permeable. Mucosal barriers are internal barrier surfaces distinct from external skin. The mucosal barrier forms an interface between the environment an…

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Colostrum is proposed to support mucosal barrier integrity so the barriers remain less permeable. Mucosal barriers are internal barrier surfaces distinct from external skin. The mucosal barrier forms an interface between the environment and the bloodstream. Inhaled or ingested substances interact with mucosal barriers before affecting internal physiology.