Breastfeeding boosts babies’ brain growth

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Preemies who primarily consume breast milk have significantly higher levels of metabolites important for brain growth and development, according to sophisticated imaging conducted by an interdisciplinary research team at Children’s National. Breast milk is always better than formula because it provides critical nutrients and a diverse array of antioxidant protection as well. Earlier studies have shown that breast milk lowers the incidence of diarrhea, influenza and respiratory infections during infancy, while protecting against the later development of allergies, type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis and other illnesses. Some studies have even suggest that children up to the age of one that …read more

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