Definition

Relating to or promoting the production of milk in mammals.

Example

Certain foods are considered lactogenic and can help nursing mothers increase their milk supply.

Conversation

Have you heard about those lactogenic foods that help with milk production?

Yeah, I read that they can really support breastfeeding mothers.

I think it’s amazing how some foods can be lactogenic and make such a difference.

Definitely! It’s great to know there are natural ways to help.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lactogenic → It is formed from "lacto-" (from Latin "lac", meaning milk) and "-genic" (from Greek "genes", meaning produced by or generating). The word "lactogenic" refers to something that produces or generates milk.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lacto-' meaning milk and '-genic' meaning producing — so lactogenic relates to something that produces milk.

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