Lactoferrin's Anticancer Properties: Mechanisms of Action and Emerging Directions in Cancer Treatment

Over the past 70 years, lactoferrin has been extensively researched, and the scientific world today recognizes and generally accepts its role in a variety of biological processes. A higher incidence of cancer is typically linked to changes in the lactoferrin gene in cells. Numerous studies indicate that lactoferrin and its derivatives can effectively suppress tumor growth and lower cancer susceptibility when administered exogenously. New methods to enhance the anticancer properties of the lactoferrin protein and/or its derivatives are suggested based on these pathways. There is also discussion of lactoferrin's potential in cancer research, particularly its use as a chemotherapeutic agent in cancer therapy.