Lactation cookies are a popular way to boost milk supply for nursing mothers. They are typically made with ingredients that are known to increase milk production, such as oats, brewer’s yeast, and flaxseed.
There are a number of reasons why lactation cookies are good for nursing mothers. These cookies are typically made with ingredients that are known to increase milk production, such as oats, brewer’s yeast, and flaxseed.
Oats
Oats are a good source of beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that has been shown to increase milk production. A study published in the journal
Breastfeeding Medicine
found that women who consumed 40 grams of oat bran per day for 10 days had a significant increase in milk production compared to women who did not consume oat bran.
Brewer’s Yeast
Brewer’s yeast is a good source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals, all of which are essential for milk production. A study published in the journal
Human Nutrition and Clinical Nutrition
found that women who took a brewer’s yeast supplement for 10 weeks had a significant increase in milk production compared to women who did not take a brewer’s yeast supplement.
Flaxseed
Flaxseed is a good source of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid that has been shown to increase milk production. A study published in the journal
Journal of Nutrition
found that women who consumed 30 grams of flaxseed per day for 12 weeks had a significant increase in milk production compared to women who did not consume flaxseed.
Lactation cookies are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Here is a basic recipe for lactation cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon brewer’s yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon ground flaxseed
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, egg, vanilla extract, brewer’s yeast, and flaxseed. Mix until well combined.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Lactation cookies can be eaten at any time of day, but they are most effective when eaten in the morning or before nursing. This is because the ingredients in lactation cookies are most likely to be absorbed into your bloodstream and reach your milk before you start nursing.
Lactation cookies are available for purchase online and in some health food stores. You can also make your own lactation cookies at home.
- Use fresh ingredients.
- Follow the recipe carefully.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container.
- Enjoy!
- Eat lactation cookies in the morning or before nursing.
- Eat 2-3 lactation cookies per day.
- Make your own lactation cookies at home.
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
Lactation cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
1 cup all-purpose flour
About 2 dozen
Lactation cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.