How to Tell if Breastmilk Has High Lipase and What to Do About It

Learn how to identify high lipase in breastmilk through smell and taste and prevent it with proper storage techniques.

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To know if breastmilk has high lipase, pay attention to the smell and taste of the milk after it has been stored. High lipase milk may develop a soapy or metallic taste over time, noticeable upon thawing or even after refrigeration. This condition does not harm the baby but may lead to refusal due to the altered taste. Conducting a taste test after storing milk for 24 hours can help identify this issue. If high lipase is detected, scalding the milk before storage can prevent these taste changes.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What causes high lipase in breastmilk? High lipase activity is a natural enzyme presence in some mothers' breastmilk that breaks down fats, which can affect milk taste after storage.
  2. Is high lipase breastmilk safe for babies? Yes, breastmilk with high lipase is safe to feed babies; it only affects the milk’s taste and may cause refusal in some infants.
  3. How can I prevent breastmilk from tasting soapy due to high lipase? Scalding freshly expressed breastmilk before storage can deactivate lipase enzymes and prevent the soapy or metallic taste.

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