Can You Take Lactoferrin and Peptidase Together?

Dose or timing may matter

The short answer

Peptidase can degrade lactoferrin, a bioactive protein, in the digestive tract before it can exert its iron-binding and immunomodulatory effects.

How to arrange timing

Take lactoferrin at least 1 hour apart from peptidase supplements. Consider enteric-coated lactoferrin if combining.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Lonnerdal B. Nutritional and physiologic significance of human milk proteins. Am J Clin Nutr. 2003;77(6):1537S-1543S.

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.